Health insurance; mandated coverage for autism spectrum disorder. (HB303)

Introduced By

Del. John O'Bannon (R-Richmond) with support from 14 copatrons, whose average partisan position is:

Progress

Introduced
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Passed Committee
Passed House
Passed Senate
Signed by Governor
Became Law

Description

Health insurance; mandated coverage for autism spectrum disorder.  Requires health insurers, health care subscription plans, and health maintenance organizations to provide coverage for the diagnosis and treatment of autism spectrum disorder in individuals from the date of diagnosis until they reach 10 years of age. This requirement does not apply to individual or small group policies, contracts, or plans, and will not apply to the state employees' health insurance plan until July 1, 2015.   View Full Text »

Outcome

Bill Has Failed
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