Medically Tailored Home-Delivered Meals Program Pilot Act

# Medically Tailored Home-Delivered Meals Program Pilot Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would establish a pilot program that provides home-delivered meals customized to specific medical conditions for eligible individuals. Rather than standard meals, participants would receive food tailored to their dietary needs—for example, low-sodium meals for people with heart disease or diabetic-friendly options for those with diabetes. The pilot program would test whether these specialized meals help improve health outcomes and reduce healthcare costs. **Who It Affects:** The program would primarily serve Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries with chronic conditions or recent medical events who struggle to prepare appropriate meals at home.

This includes elderly people, disabled individuals, and low-income patients recovering from hospitalization. Healthcare providers and meal delivery services would also be involved in implementing the program. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 5439 is in committee and has not yet been voted on by Congress. The bill was introduced by Representative James McGovern (D-MA) but remains in the early stages of the legislative process with no scheduled action.