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FL H0531
Bill
Status
Failed
5/3/2019
Primary Sponsor
Chuck Brannan
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AI Summary
- Health insurance policies providing family coverage must include hearing aid benefits for children from birth through age 21, when prescribed by a licensed audiologist
- Minimum coverage of $3,500 per ear within a 24-month period is required
- A new 24-month coverage period begins if a child experiences significant unexpected hearing changes or medical conditions requiring a new hearing aid before the existing period expires
- Insured individuals are responsible for costs exceeding policy coverage limits
- Applies to policies issued or renewed on or after January 1, 2020
Legislative Description
Insurance Coverage for Hearing Aids for Children
Last Action
Died in Health Market Reform Subcommittee
5/3/2019
Committee Referrals
Health Market Reform Subcommittee1/30/2019
Full Bill Text
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