AN ACT relating to coverage for perinatal mood and anxiety disorders screenings.

Summary

The bill mandates that Medicaid, state children's health insurance programs, and private health plans provide coverage—without copays or deductibles—for perinatal mood and anxiety disorder screenings of any parent or legal guardian accompanying a child younger than two during well‑child visits. It adds the requirement to existing statutes and creates a reimbursement process if federal law forces the state to defray costs. The measure is currently referred to the Banking & Insurance Committee.

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