Bill > S4983

This bill extends the time period for parents to enroll their newborn infants in health benefits coverage from 60 to 90 days after birth. The legislation amends several existing New Jersey state laws governing health insurance and health service corporations, including statutes related to hospital service corporations, medical service corporations, and health insurance policies. Under the current law, parents have 60 days from a child's birth to notify their health insurance provider and make the required payment to continue coverage beyond the initial period. The bill changes this window to 90 days, giving parents additional time to complete the enrollment process for their newborn children. The expanded timeframe applies to various types of health coverage, including family and non-family type contracts, individual and group policies, and insurance plans from different types of health service providers. The changes will take effect 60 days after enactment and will apply to contracts, policies, and plans delivered, issued, executed, or renewed after that date.

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https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S4983