Kentucky HB279 mandates parity in mental health and substance use disorder coverage.
Kentucky HB279 requires health benefit plans to provide parity in coverage for mental health and substance use disorder conditions. It mandates that treatment limitations and medical necessity criteria for these conditions be no more restrictive than those for physical health conditions. The bill also establishes an Advisory Council on Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Parity to advise the Attorney General. Insurers must submit annual reports detailing compliance with parity requirements. The act takes effect January 1, 2027.
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