Maryland SB794 mandates special enrollment periods for pregnant individuals in health insurance.

Maryland SB794 requires health insurance carriers to provide special enrollment periods for individuals who become pregnant. These periods allow pregnant individuals or their dependents to choose a specific date for coverage to become effective. The bill specifies that if the individual fails to select an effective date, the carrier must choose one from the available options. The law applies to all health benefit plans issued, delivered, or renewed in the state on or after January 1, 2027.

Maryland SB794 mandates special enrollment periods for pregnant individuals in health insurance.

Maryland SB794 requires health insurance carriers to provide special enrollment periods for individuals who become pregnant. These periods allow pregnant individuals or their dependents to choose a specific date for coverage to become effective. The bill specifies that if the individual fails to select an effective date, the carrier must choose one from the available options. The law applies to all health benefit plans issued, delivered, or renewed in the state on or after January 1, 2027.