Bill > H880

This bill, concerning the health insurance of children of divorced parents, proposes to amend Chapter 1751 of the Massachusetts General Laws by adding a new section that outlines specific responsibilities for health insurance policy issuers when a child is covered under the policy of a non-custodial parent. The key provisions require the insurance company to provide necessary information and documents to the custodial parent or legal guardian so they can access the child's benefits, allow the custodial parent or guardian (or a healthcare provider with their consent) to submit claims for covered services without needing the non-custodial parent's approval, and to make payments for these claims directly to the custodial parent, legal guardian, the healthcare provider, or the state Medicaid agency. Additionally, the bill mandates that the insurance issuer must notify the custodial parent or legal guardian about any policy adjustments or terminations at the same time they notify the policyholder, ensuring the custodial parent is kept informed about the child's health coverage.