OH SB257

Amends section 1739.05 of the Revised Code to add section 3923.84 to the list of laws that multiple employer welfare arrangements operating group self-insurance programs must comply with.

Enacts section 1751.68 requiring health insuring corporations that offer basic health care services to also offer hearing aid coverage as a rider to their policies.

Enacts section 3923.84 requiring sickness and accident insurers that offer basic health care services to also offer hearing aid coverage as a rider to their policies.

Mandates hearing aid coverage provide a minimum benefit of $1,500 per ear over three years, available to all ages, with no deductible or copayment requirements (though coinsurance may apply).

Defines hearing aid coverage to include the device itself plus related services and supplies such as initial assessment, fitting, adjustments, and auditory training according to accepted professional standards.