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FL H0531

Bill

Status

Failed

5/3/2019

Primary Sponsor

Chuck Brannan

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Origin

House of Representatives

2019 Regular Session

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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