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Connecticut House Bill HB05144

Connecticut 2020 Regular Session

Connecticut House Bill HB05144

Introduced
2/13/20  
Refer
2/13/20  

Caption

An Act Requiring Health Insurance Coverage For Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated With Streptococcal Infections And Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome.

Impact

The introduction of this bill is likely to expand access to essential medical therapies for children suffering from these specific disorders. By requiring coverage for a defined set of treatments, the bill intends to alleviate the financial burden on families dealing with the healthcare needs of children impacted by these conditions. This legislative change would also align insurance policies with the needs of pediatric patients, potentially improving health outcomes for affected children.

Summary

House Bill 05144 aims to mandate health insurance coverage for pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders that are associated with streptococcal infections as well as pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome. The bill specifies that all individual and group health insurance policies that are issued or renewed on or after January 1, 2021, must provide this coverage. This includes not only the diagnosis but also the range of treatments, such as intravenous immunoglobulin therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy.

Contention

While the bill received substantial support during discussions, it has also opened up dialogues regarding the extent of services that should be covered under health insurance. Some stakeholders argue for broader inclusivity in mental health coverage, while others express concerns about the implications for insurance premiums and overall health system sustainability. This highlights a fundamental debate within healthcare policy around coverage requirements, especially concerning specialized treatments that may involve newer or less well-established therapies.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT HB05378

An Act Concerning Health Insurance Coverage For The Diagnosis And Treatment Of Infertility.

CT HB05460

An Act Concerning Health Insurance Coverage For Ambulance Services.

CT SB00320

An Act Concerning Early Childhood Developmental Disorders.

CT SB00001

An Act Concerning The Health And Safety Of Connecticut Residents.

CT HB05464

An Act Concerning The Legislative Commissioners' Recommendations For Technical Revisions To Insurance-related Statutes.

CT SB00182

An Act Prohibiting Certain Health Carriers From Requiring Step Therapy For Prescription Drugs Used To Treat A Mental Or Behavioral Health Condition Or A Chronic, Disabling Or Life-threatening Condition.

CT HB05503

An Act Concerning Insurance Market Conduct And Insurance Licensing, The Insurance Department's Technical Corrections And Other Revisions To The Insurance Statutes And Captive Insurance.

CT SB00398

An Act Concerning The Regulation And Taxation Of Travel Insurance And Associated Entities, Products And Professionals.

CT HB05245

An Act Concerning Copayment-only Health Plans.

CT HB05375

An Act Requiring The Comptroller To Conduct A Study Of Health Insurance Coverage For Retired Police Officers.

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