S756
An Act expanding insurance coverage for hearing aids and related services
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Bill overview
This bill aims to increase access to hearing aids and related services by requiring Massachusetts health insurance plans to cover them. Currently, coverage for these services can vary significantly, leaving many individuals without affordable options. The legislation seeks to standardize coverage and make hearing aids more accessible to those who need them. It builds upon previous efforts to improve hearing healthcare access in the state.
Key provisions
- Requires private health insurance plans to cover the cost of hearing aids.
- Mandates coverage for hearing aid fitting, evaluation, and follow-up services.
- Establishes a process for determining the types and levels of hearing aids covered.
- Promotes equitable access to hearing healthcare services across the state.
- Supports the establishment of a statewide hearing screening program.
Who is affected
- Individuals with hearing loss
- Massachusetts residents with health insurance
- Health insurance companies
- Healthcare providers
- Hearing aid manufacturers
Notable changes
- Expands upon existing, though limited, hearing aid coverage in Massachusetts.
- Creates a more standardized approach to insurance coverage for hearing aids.
- Addresses disparities in access to hearing healthcare services.
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Primary sponsor
Barry R. Finegold
Cosponsor
Barry R. Finegold
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Bill S.756 194th (Current)
An Act expanding insurance coverage for hearing aids and related services
By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 756) of Barry R. Finegold for legislation to expand insurance coverage for hearing aids and related services. Financial Services.
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Presenter: Barry R. Finegold
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.756
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Financial Services |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 9/9/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/17/2025 from 12:30 PM-04:30 PM in Gardner Auditorium |
| 12/15/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing |
| 1/29/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2931 |
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