John Lewis Equality in Medicare and Medicaid Treatment Act of 2023

The John Lewis Equality in Medicare and Medicaid Treatment Act of 2023 requires Medicare and Medicaid programs to address health disparities and social determinants of health when designing new care models. It mandates that the Secretary consult with the Office of Minority Health, Office of Rural Health Policy, and Office on Women’s Health before selecting models, and that models tested after 2024 must specifically reduce disparities for minority, rural, and low-income beneficiaries. The law also requires annual reports detailing how these models improve health equity, reduce disparities, and save federal funds by addressing social determinants of health. This bill directly affects how the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Innovation evaluates and implements new healthcare delivery models, prioritizing underserved communities.