North Carolina H634 updates mental health and substance use disorder coverage parity in insurance plans.

North Carolina H634 updates the state's mental health and substance use disorder coverage parity laws to align with federal standards. The bill requires insurers to provide mental health benefits that are no less favorable than physical health benefits. It also mandates that clinical review criteria and medical necessity assessments for mental health conditions, including substance use disorders, be consistent with those for non-mental health conditions.

North Carolina H634 updates mental health and substance use disorder coverage parity in insurance plans.

North Carolina H634 updates the state's mental health and substance use disorder coverage parity laws to align with federal standards. The bill requires insurers to provide mental health benefits that are no less favorable than physical health benefits. It also mandates that clinical review criteria and medical necessity assessments for mental health conditions, including substance use disorders, be consistent with those for non-mental health conditions.