NY LEG Prenatal Vitamin Coverage


On May 20, NY LEG passed bill requiring prenatal vitamin coverage.


  • NY LEG passed bill SB 1965 (AB 3865-A) relating to coverage for prenatal vitamins.
  • The bill amends NY INS 28-32-3216, NY INS 28-32-3221, and NY INS 28-32-4303.
  • Bill Provisions
  • Every policy that provides medical or similar comprehensive coverage and provides prescription coverage must provide coverage for prenatal vitamins when prescribed.
  • Such coverage may be subject to annual deductibles and coinsurance arrangements.
  • Legislative History
  • On Jan. 3, 2024, bill introduced in Assembly; on Jan. 22, 2024, bill passed Assembly.
  • On Jan. 22, 2024, bill introduced in Senate; on May 20, 2024, bill passed in Senate.
  • Effectiveness
  • Upon passage, bill to become effective Jan. 1, 2025.
  • Oct. 2024 NY LEG Governor Approval
  • On Oct. 1, 2024, NY LEG enacted bill SB 1965, AB 3865-A signed by governor; Ch 421.

Regulators NY LEG
Entity Types CNSM; Ins
Reference PR, 10/2/2024; Ch 421, 10/1/2024; Bill, S01965, A03865-A, 5/20/2024; Citation: *NY INS* 28-32-3216, 28-32-3221, 28-32-4303;
Functions Claims/Accelerated Benefits; Compliance; Legal; Product Administration
Countries United States of America
Category
State
Products Insurance; Insurance-Health
Regions Am
Rule Type Final
Rule Date 10/1/2024
Effective Date 1/1/2025
Rule Id 212881
Linked to N/A
Reg. Last Update 10/1/2024
Report Section US Insurance

Last substantive update on 10/06/2024