Kentucky HB164 mandates coverage for hearing aids and related services for insured individuals under 18 years old.

Kentucky HB164 amends the state's insurance laws to require health benefit plans to cover the full cost of one hearing aid per hearing-impaired ear up to $2,500 every 36 months for insured individuals under 18 years of age. The coverage includes related services necessary for the assessment, selection, and fitting of the hearing aid. The insured may choose a higher-priced hearing aid and pay the difference in cost above the specified limit. The Act also mandates that insurers ensure their networks are reasonably adequate and accessible for providing hearing aids and related services.

Kentucky HB164 mandates coverage for hearing aids and related services for insured individuals under 18 years old.

Kentucky HB164 amends the state's insurance laws to require health benefit plans to cover the full cost of one hearing aid per hearing-impaired ear up to $2,500 every 36 months for insured individuals under 18 years of age. The coverage includes related services necessary for the assessment, selection, and fitting of the hearing aid. The insured may choose a higher-priced hearing aid and pay the difference in cost above the specified limit. The Act also mandates that insurers ensure their networks are reasonably adequate and accessible for providing hearing aids and related services.