Maryland SB276 mandates coverage for orthoses and prostheses in health insurance policies and the Maryland Medical Assistance Program.

Maryland SB276 requires insurers, nonprofit health service plans, and health maintenance organizations to cover orthoses and prostheses. This includes coverage for components, repairs, and replacements. The bill mandates annual coverage for these devices and prohibits annual or lifetime dollar maximums separate from other covered benefits. It also restricts medical necessity requirements to those established by Medicare. The Maryland Insurance Administration and the Maryland Department of Health must report annually on the coverage provided.

Maryland SB276 mandates coverage for orthoses and prostheses in health insurance policies and the Maryland Medical Assistance Program.

Maryland SB276 requires insurers, nonprofit health service plans, and health maintenance organizations to cover orthoses and prostheses. This includes coverage for components, repairs, and replacements. The bill mandates annual coverage for these devices and prohibits annual or lifetime dollar maximums separate from other covered benefits. It also restricts medical necessity requirements to those established by Medicare. The Maryland Insurance Administration and the Maryland Department of Health must report annually on the coverage provided.