Health carriers must provide coverage if hearing aids prescribed, fitted by audiologist.
Carriers may limit costs to $1,400 per hearing aid per each ear every 36 months.
Enrollee may choose a hearing aid that is priced higher than the benefit limit and pay difference in cost without financial or contractual penalty to the hearing aid provider.
Bill does not prohibit carriers from providing coverage that is greater or more favorable
Legislative History
On Feb. 9, 2024, bill introduced in House; on Mar. 18, 2024, bill passed House.
On Mar. 18, 2024, bill introduced in Senate; on Apr. 4, 2024, bill passed Senate.
On May 16, 2024, bill approved by governor, designated as Chapter 951, Chapter 952.
Effectiveness
HB 1339/SB778, as Chapter 951, will take effect Jan. 1, 2025.
Regulators
MD LEG
Entity Types
IB; Ins
Reference
Ch. 951, 952, Bill HB1339, SB778, 5/16/2024; Citation: MD INS 15-838;
Functions
Actuarial and Valuation; Claims/Accelerated Benefits; Compliance; Financial; Legal
