LA HB909

Health insurance issuers in Louisiana must cover mobile crisis response and behavioral health crisis care services provided by eligible providers, effective July 1, 2027.

Prior authorization is prohibited for these behavioral health crisis services, though standard deductibles, coinsurance, and copayments may apply.

Mobile crisis response provides face-to-face, time-limited intervention for individuals experiencing psychiatric crises due to mental health or substance use, serving both children and adults.

Behavioral health crisis care operates 24/7 as walk-in centers providing short-term response for up to 23 hours per intervention, serving as a community-based alternative to more restrictive settings for adults.

Eligible providers must be licensed under state law and coordinate with the Louisiana Department of Health sanctioned Crisis Hub, the statewide 24/7 crisis line serving as the primary access point for behavioral health crisis services.