A5237

Requires DOBI to monitor, evaluate, and submit annual report concerning mental health insurance coverage for minors; requires carriers to maintain provider directory.

Introduced·6/8/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A5237 mandates annual mental health service reports for minors and requires insurance carriers to maintain accessible provider directories.

New Jersey A5237 requires health insurance carriers to submit annual reports detailing mental health services for minors, including usage rates, prior authorization requirements, and appeal outcomes. The Department of Banking and Insurance must monitor and evaluate these reports to identify barriers to care and ensure compliance with mental health parity laws. Additionally, carriers are mandated to maintain an accurate provider directory, available in both public-friendly and machine-readable formats.

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Where it stands

Current
Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Jun 8

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee