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MA H939

To update mental health parity


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/22/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to update the mental health insurance parity law. Financial Services.

AI Summary

This bill aims to update the mental health insurance parity law in Massachusetts. It requires insurance providers to cover the diagnosis and medically necessary treatment of any mental disorder, including autism spectrum disorder, on a non-discriminatory basis for residents and employees in the state. The bill removes certain existing limitations and ensures that all relevant insurance policies, contracts, and certificates conform with these updated requirements starting on July 1, 2024.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4634 (on 05/09/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H939
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H939.pdf
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