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This bill requires various health insurance providers in Massachusetts, including the Group Insurance Commission, Medicaid managed care organizations, and private health insurance plans, to provide coverage for a "prenatal pediatric visit" defined as an appointment between a pregnant person and a pediatrician aimed at establishing a positive professional partnership. The bill amends multiple chapters of Massachusetts General Laws to ensure that all types of health insurance plans - including group and individual plans, hospital service plans, medical service agreements, and health maintenance contracts - must cover this specific type of visit. The legislation mandates that insurers include this coverage in their policies and that the state's Medicaid division provide written notice to members about the new benefit. The definition of the prenatal pediatric visit is based on recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics, with the goal of supporting early connection between expectant parents and potential pediatric care providers to promote better maternal and child healthcare outcomes.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1268