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MA S584

Limiting out of pocket health expenses


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to limit out of pocket health expenses. Financial Services.

AI Summary

This bill aims to limit out-of-pocket health expenses for active and retired state employees, their dependents, and survivors of deceased employees. It amends existing laws to cap the maximum annual deductibles and copayments for covered services at $2,500 for individual coverage and $5,000 for family coverage. The bill also restricts public authorities from increasing cost-sharing plan design features beyond those offered by the state's Group Insurance Commission, ensuring consistency across non-Medicare and Medicare plans. Additionally, it directs any excess premium payments to be utilized to pay for out-of-pocket expenses exceeding the established limits or to improve insurance benefits for state employees and retirees.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (14)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2543 (on 02/18/2020)

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