Medicare Added More Mental Health Providers to Help You Get the Care You Need

Key Takeaways
Since January 1, 2024, Medicare includes licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) and mental health counselors (MHCs) as covered providers under Part B, giving you more options for accessing…
Medicare Has Quietly Expanded Mental Health Benefits—Here’s What That Means for Your Peace of Mind

Key Takeaways
Medicare has significantly expanded mental health coverage in 2025, including new provider types and continued telehealth access.You now have more options for inpatient and outpatie…
Medicare Now Pays for More Mental Health Visits—But Many Seniors Still Don’t Realize What They Get

Key Takeaways
Medicare now covers a wider range of mental health services, including therapy from newly eligible…
More Mental Health Professionals Are Joining Medicare, But There Are Still Gaps You Should Know About

Key Takeaways
Starting in 2024, Medicare now covers services from licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) and mental health counselors (MHCs), expanding access to care across the country….
Medicare’s New Drug Cap Could Change How You Manage Mental Health Conditions That Require Medication

Key Takeaways
In 2025, Medicare sets a $2,000 annual out-of-pocket cap on prescription drugs under Part D, directly impacting how you manage long-term mental health conditions requiring medication.
Don’t Miss the Mental Health Support Medicare Is Now Required to Offer Every Eligible Beneficiary

Key Takeaways
In 2025, Medicare provides more robust mental health support than ever before, including expanded provider access and
Grief, Depression, Anxiety—Medicare Can Help, But You’ll Need to Work Through the Coverage Maze First

Key Takeaways
Medicare now covers a broad range of mental health services, including grief counseling, depression treatment, and anxiety management, but understanding how to access these benefits is essential.
You Can Now See a Licensed Counselor with Medicare—But Not All Plans Make It Obvious

Key Takeaways
Medicare now covers services provided by licensed counselors, including marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) and mental health counselors (MHCs), which expands your access to qualified mental hea…
Here’s What You Need to Know About Using Medicare to Pay for Your Therapy and Counseling

Key Takeaways
Medicare covers a broad range of outpatient and inpatient mental health services in 2025, including therapy and counseling. However, understanding which providers and services are eligible is cruci…
Even If You’re on a Fixed Income, Medicare May Help You Access Professional Mental Health Support

Key Takeaways
If you’re living on a fixed income, Medicare in 2025 may still cover a wide range of mental health services, including therapy, psychiatric care, and medications.Understanding…