HB1291 modifies cost-sharing rules for maternity services in Washington, exempting labor and delivery services from deductibles starting January 1.

HB1291 introduces a new section to Washington's Revised Code, exempting labor and delivery services from enrollees' deductibles for health plans issued or renewed after January 1, 2026. It mandates that any cost-sharing for these services must count towards the deductible. For health plans qualifying for health savings accounts, the deductible must be set at the minimum level to allow tax-exempt contributions. The bill also updates references to align with these changes.

HB1291 modifies cost-sharing rules for maternity services in Washington, exempting labor and delivery services from deductibles starting January 1.

HB1291 introduces a new section to Washington's Revised Code, exempting labor and delivery services from enrollees' deductibles for health plans issued or renewed after January 1, 2026. It mandates that any cost-sharing for these services must count towards the deductible. For health plans qualifying for health savings accounts, the deductible must be set at the minimum level to allow tax-exempt contributions. The bill also updates references to align with these changes.