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GA HB1155
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/20/2014
Primary Sponsor
Edward Lindsey
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AI Summary
- Requires all health benefit policies issued or renewed in Georgia on or after July 1, 2014, to cover one hearing aid per hearing-impaired ear for individuals age 22 and under, up to $2,500 per hearing aid, when deemed medically necessary by a licensed physician or audiologist
- Allows replacement of one hearing aid per impaired ear every 36 months, with earlier replacement covered within two months if the device cannot be adequately repaired or adjusted
- Mandates coverage of related services and supplies, including fitting, dispensing, programming, repairs, maintenance, ear molds, auditory training, and probe microphone measurements for the duration of the 36-month period or hearing aid warranty, whichever is longer
- Prohibits health insurers from denying, terminating, or restricting coverage solely because an individual has been diagnosed with hearing loss, and allows covered individuals to choose higher-priced devices by paying the difference out of pocket
- Exempts health benefit policies offered by employers with ten or fewer employees and does not apply to self-insured plans subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of ERISA
Legislative Description
Hearing Aid Coverage for Children Act; enact
Last Action
House First Readers
3/20/2014
Committee Referrals
Insurance3/20/2014
Full Bill Text
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