DINGELL, KIM INTRODUCE BILL TO INCLUDE LONG-TERM CARE AS PART OF MEDICARE

Washington, Aug. 10 -- Congresswoman Debbie Dingell issued the following press release:

U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) and U.S. Senator Andy Kim (D-NJ) introduced bicameral legislation to establish long-term care services benefits as part of the Medicare program. The Medicare At Home Act would help older adults and people with disabilities remain safely in their homes and communities by expanding home care coverage under Medicare Part B. Medicare Part B usually covers doctor visits and everyday medical care; this bill would also cover in-home support so people don't have to leave their homes.

Currently, Medicare does not cover long-term care at home. As a result, families across the country face staggering out-of-pocket expe...