South Carolina Dependent Maternity Coverage Act mandates maternity care coverage for dependents up to age 26 in employer-based health plans.

The South Carolina Dependent Maternity Coverage Act requires all health insurers offering coverage to dependents up to age twenty-six to include maternity care coverage. This coverage must include comprehensive prenatal, delivery, and postpartum care. The Department of Insurance is responsible for enforcement, and insurers found in violation may face penalties. Religiously affiliated organizations may request an exemption if coverage conflicts with their beliefs. The act expands access to essential prenatal, delivery, and postpartum healthcare services for dependents who are pregnant.

South Carolina Dependent Maternity Coverage Act mandates maternity care coverage for dependents up to age 26 in employer-based health plans.

The South Carolina Dependent Maternity Coverage Act requires all health insurers offering coverage to dependents up to age twenty-six to include maternity care coverage. This coverage must include comprehensive prenatal, delivery, and postpartum care. The Department of Insurance is responsible for enforcement, and insurers found in violation may face penalties. Religiously affiliated organizations may request an exemption if coverage conflicts with their beliefs. The act expands access to essential prenatal, delivery, and postpartum healthcare services for dependents who are pregnant.