Bill > SB738

This bill mandates that the Maryland Medical Assistance Program, along with various private health insurance providers, nonprofit health service plans, health maintenance organizations (HMOs), and managed care organizations, must cover "mobile crisis and crisis stabilization services," which are defined as immediate, in-person mental health crisis assessment, de-escalation, and stabilization. This requirement will apply to all health insurance policies, contracts, and plans issued, delivered, or renewed in Maryland starting January 1, 2027, ensuring that these essential mental health crisis services are accessible and covered by a wide range of healthcare payers.