Bill > SB550

This bill mandates that group insurance policies issued or renewed in the state must provide coverage for health services performed by licensed naturopathy providers, also known as doctors of naturopathic medicine, if the same type of service would be covered when performed by another healthcare provider. This means insurers cannot deny coverage for a service simply because it was provided by a naturopath, as long as it's within their scope of practice and the insurer would otherwise pay for it. The bill also specifies that these services cannot be subject to higher co-payments, deductibles, or coinsurance than similar services provided by other healthcare professionals, ensuring equitable treatment for patients utilizing naturopathic care. The legislation aims to expand insurance coverage for these services, though the exact financial impact on premiums is considered indeterminable, with the Insurance Department suggesting it would likely be small as insurers retain control over medical necessity and contracting standards.

Health and Social Services

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