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MS HB896
Bill
Status
2/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Christopher Bell
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AI Summary
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Requires health insurance policies issued or renewed after July 1, 2026, to cover medically necessary orthotic and prosthetic devices for daily living, job-related activities, personal hygiene, and physical activities like running, swimming, and biking
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Limits coverage to no more than 3 devices per affected limb per covered person during any 3-year period, including all materials, components, fabrication, fitting, training, and repairs
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Mandates replacement coverage when devices are less than 3 years old if there is documented physiological change, irreparable damage, or repair costs exceed 60% of device cost
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Extends the same orthotic and prosthetic coverage requirements to the State and School Employees Health Insurance Plan
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Requires the Commissioner of Insurance to submit a report to legislative insurance committees by July 1, 2032, detailing claims data from 2026-2030 including total claims submitted, paid, and amounts
Legislative Description
Insurance; require health insurance policies to include coverage for medically necessary orthotic and prosthetic devices.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/3/2026