An Act relating to insurance coverage for prosthetic and orthotic devices; relating to medical assistance for prosthetic and orthotic devices; and providing for an effective date.
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This bill aims to improve health insurance coverage for prosthetic and orthotic devices in Alaska. It requires health insurers to cover these devices at a level comparable to federal standards, ensuring access to necessary equipment for individuals with limb loss or absence. The bill also addresses coverage for repairs and replacements, clarifies how these benefits should be classified, and includes reporting requirements to track claims and costs associated with these services. Furthermore, it modifies the Alaska Medicaid state plan to include prosthetic and orthotic devices.
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