An Act relative to insurance coverage for medically necessary tattoos
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to expand insurance coverage to include medically necessary tattoos. Currently, many insurance plans do not cover tattoos, even when they are medically necessary for therapeutic purposes, such as covering scars or addressing skin conditions. The bill proposes that insurance companies should provide coverage for tattoos deemed medically necessary by a licensed healthcare provider. This would allow individuals to access these treatments without significant out-of-pocket expenses.
Key provisions
- Requires insurance companies to cover medically necessary tattoos.
- Defines ‘medically necessary tattoo’ as one prescribed by a licensed healthcare provider.
- Specifies that coverage should be provided regardless of the tattoo’s artistic value.
- Addresses potential disputes between insurers and patients regarding coverage.
Who is affected
- Individuals seeking medically necessary tattoos
- Insurance companies
- Healthcare providers
- Patients with skin conditions
- The insurance industry
Notable changes
- This bill would shift the current standard where tattoos are generally excluded from insurance coverage.
- It introduces a requirement for insurance companies to evaluate tattoos based on medical necessity.
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