Medicare Mental Health Inpatient Equity Act of 2023

This bill eliminates a 190-day lifetime limit on inpatient psychiatric hospital services covered by Medicare. It directly affects Medicare beneficiaries requiring long-term inpatient mental health treatment, allowing them access to necessary care without the previous cap. The key provision amends Section 1812 of the Social Security Act to remove the lifetime limit, effective January 1, 2025. This change ensures continuous coverage for psychiatric hospital stays as needed, rather than restricting access after a set number of days.