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GA HB87
Bill
Status
3/6/2025
Primary Sponsor
David Clark
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AI Summary
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Health benefit policies issued or renewed on or after January 1, 2026, must cover medically necessary orthotic and prosthetic devices for daily living activities, job-related activities, personal hygiene, and physical activities
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Coverage limited to no more than 3 devices per affected limb per covered person during any 3-year period, including all materials, components, design/fabrication, training, and repairs
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Devices less than 3 years old may be replaced if there is documented physiological change, irreparable damage, or repair costs exceed 60% of device cost; insurers not required to cover replacement due to misuse, neglect, loss, or theft
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Cost-sharing requirements must be comparable to other medical devices and services; coverage classified as habilitative or rehabilitative benefits for essential health benefits purposes
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Insurance Commissioner must submit implementation report to legislative committees by July 1, 2032, covering claims data from policy years 2026-2030
Legislative Description
Insurance; require health benefit policy coverage for medically necessary orthotic and prosthetic devices and their materials and components
Last Action
Senate Read and Referred
3/10/2025