H4959

Relative to health insurance coverage for hearing aids

Introduced·1/28/26
Introduced Text

Massachusetts bill H4959 mandates health insurance coverage for hearing aids every 36 months.

Bill H4959 in Massachusetts requires health insurance policies to cover the cost of one hearing aid per hearing-impaired ear every 36 months. This coverage includes related services such as evaluations, fittings, adjustments, and supplies. The bill also mandates that hearing aids be treated as durable medical equipment under the same terms as other covered equipment. A copayment for a hearing aid cannot exceed $200. The bill applies to all group and non-group policies, including those issued by the Group Insurance Commission.

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Ways and Means Committee
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History

Jul 23

House

Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means

Jul 9

House

Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026

Jan 28

House

Reported from the committee on Financial Services