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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to insurance coverage for hearing aids. Financial Services.
AI Summary
This bill requires health insurance plans in Massachusetts to cover the cost of one hearing aid per hearing-impaired ear every 36 months, regardless of the cause of the hearing loss. The coverage must include related services such as the initial evaluation, fitting, adjustments, and supplies, including ear molds. Insured individuals may choose a hearing aid of any price without penalty, and the coverage cannot be subject to higher deductibles, coinsurance, or copayments than other benefits provided by the insurer. The bill applies to state employee health plans, individual and group accident and sickness insurance policies, nonprofit hospital service corporations, and health maintenance organization contracts.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4778 (on 07/18/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H555 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H555.pdf |
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