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CT HB07033
Bill
Status
1/31/2019
Primary Sponsor
Brenda Kupchick
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AI Summary
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Requires each health carrier doing business in Connecticut to submit an annual report on parity for mental health and substance use disorder benefits.
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Mandates the insurance committee of the General Assembly conduct a public hearing on all submitted reports and compliance with the Paul Wellstone and Pete Domenici Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008 (P.L. 110-343).
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Expands coverage for certain prescription drugs related to mental health and substance use disorder treatment.
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Prohibits health carriers from using prior authorization requirements for certain prescription drugs.
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Prohibits health carriers from using step therapy protocols for certain prescription drugs.
Legislative Description
An Act Concerning Parity For Mental Health And Substance Use Disorder Benefits.
Last Action
Referred to Joint Committee on Insurance and Real Estate
1/31/2019