H 1178
An Act to improve outcomes for persons with limb loss and limb difference
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Bill overview
This bill aims to expand access to essential medical devices for people with limb loss or limb difference by requiring insurance coverage for prosthetic and orthotic devices. Currently, coverage for these devices can be limited or unavailable, creating financial barriers for individuals needing them. The legislation seeks to standardize and improve insurance coverage to better support the needs of this population. It builds upon existing efforts to enhance the quality of life for those affected by limb loss or difference.
Key provisions
- Requires insurance companies to cover prosthetic devices.
- Requires insurance companies to cover orthotic devices.
- Aims to standardize coverage criteria for these devices across insurers.
- Supports improved access to necessary medical equipment.
- Addresses financial barriers to care for individuals with limb loss or difference.
Who is affected
- Individuals with limb loss
- Individuals with limb difference
- Insurance companies
- Healthcare providers
Notable changes
- Expands insurance coverage for prosthetic and orthotic devices.
- Potentially reduces out-of-pocket costs for individuals requiring these devices.
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Cosponsors
Daniel Cahill
Jacob R. Oliveira
Joanne M. Comerford
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Bill H.1178 194th (Current)
An Act to improve outcomes for persons with limb loss and limb difference
By Representative González of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1178) of Carlos González, Joanne M. Comerford and Jacob R. Oliveira for legislation to authorize insurance coverage for prosthetic devices and orthotic devices. Financial Services.
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Presenter: Carlos González
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.1178
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Financial Services |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/16/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/24/2025 from 10:30 AM-02:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium |
| 9/29/2025 | House | Accompanied a new draft, see H4549 |
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