MS SB2644

Requires all individual and group health insurance policies, HMOs, and self-insured plans to cover hearing aids and related services for deaf and hearing impaired individuals effective July 1, 2022

Mandates coverage of at least $1,400 per hearing aid every 36 months when a physician provides written order confirming deafness or hearing impairment with medical clearance

Covers all hearing examinations and tests administered as part of treatment

Prohibits additional deductibles or coinsurance for hearing testing beyond what applies to similar benefits, and requires provider reimbursement at least equal to Medicare rates

Allows referral to non-participating providers if no appropriate in-network provider is available, with no additional cost to the patient beyond standard in-network rates