MA S691

Defines "covered disease or condition" to include IgE and non-IgE-mediated food protein allergies, food protein-induced enterocolitis syndrome, and eosinophilic disorders (esophagitis, gastroenteritis, colitis, and post-transplant eosinophilic disorders)

Establishes definition of "medically necessary food" to include low protein modified foods, amino acid preparations, modified fat preparations, and nutritional formulas prescribed by a physician for dietary management of covered conditions

Excludes from coverage foods for weight loss, general disease risk reduction, gluten-free foods for celiac disease management, and foods marketed for diabetes management

Prohibits insurance carriers from requiring referrals or prior authorization for specialty care from immunologists or family practitioners within the carrier's network

Prohibits carriers from categorizing prescription coverage as "durable medical equipment" and from applying prescription co-pays and deductibles for medically necessary food