Maryland SB699 limits copayments, coinsurance, and deductibles for physical therapy to match those for annual physicals.

Maryland SB699 mandates that insurers, nonprofit health service plans, and health maintenance organizations cannot charge more for physical therapy services than for annual physicals. It applies to all policies issued, delivered, or renewed in the state on or after January 1, 2027. The bill also requires these entities to clearly state coverage requirements, limitations, conditions, and exclusions for physical therapy services in each plan or contract.

Maryland SB699 limits copayments, coinsurance, and deductibles for physical therapy to match those for annual physicals.

Maryland SB699 mandates that insurers, nonprofit health service plans, and health maintenance organizations cannot charge more for physical therapy services than for annual physicals. It applies to all policies issued, delivered, or renewed in the state on or after January 1, 2027. The bill also requires these entities to clearly state coverage requirements, limitations, conditions, and exclusions for physical therapy services in each plan or contract.