Requires insurance coverage for lactation support services by a certified lactation consultant.
New York S01670 mandates insurance coverage for comprehensive lactation support services, including those provided by a certified lactation consultant. This coverage may include annual deductibles, coinsurance, and copayments, consistent with other benefits within a policy. Lactation consultants must hold the International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) credential and be in good standing with the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners. They evaluate and manage lactation and infant feeding problems and provide preventative clinical consulting.
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