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This bill requires the Maryland Medical Assistance Program, health insurers, nonprofit health service plans, health maintenance organizations, and managed care organizations to provide coverage for aesthetic services and restorative care for victims of domestic violence, starting January 1, 2026. The bill defines a "victim of domestic violence" as an individual who has received deliberate, severe, and demonstrable physical injury, or is in fear of imminent such injury from a current or former spouse or cohabitant. The coverage must be for treatments that are determined to be medically necessary by a licensed physician and specifically aimed at addressing physical injuries caused by domestic violence. This legislation ensures that individuals who have suffered physical harm in domestic violence situations can access medical treatments to help them recover and restore their physical appearance, with the cost covered by their medical insurance or state medical assistance program. The bill applies to all health insurance policies, contracts, and health benefit plans issued, delivered, or renewed in Maryland on or after January 1, 2026.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0508?ys=2025RS