Illinois HB4500 mandates that health insurance policies cover medically necessary blood pressure monitors for pregnant or postpartum individuals.
HB4500 amends the Illinois Insurance Code to require that health insurance policies cover medically necessary blood pressure monitors for pregnant or postpartum insured persons or beneficiaries. This provision applies to policies amended, delivered, issued, or renewed on or after January 1, 2027. The bill also outlines other coverage requirements for pregnancy and postpartum care, including home visits by lactation consultants and perinatal doulas, and support during labor, abortion, or miscarriage.
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