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July 30, 2010
Some insurance plans still do not cover mental illnesses.
Kaiser Health News (7/21, Steadman) reports, "For decades, mental health advocates have fought get health insurance 'equal rights' for patients with mental illnesses or brain disorders," and despite the passage of two mental health parity laws, many plans have still not implemented the new regulations, and may "wait until the start of the next plan year to comply."
In addition, there is "continued exemption of small businesses and
individual health insurance plans from parity requirements." Nevertheless, as a result of these laws, "an estimated 140 million Americans no longer face higher deductibles, steeper co-payments or other restrictions when they seek mental health and substance abuse treatment services."
Related Links:
- Despite Parity Law, Mental Health Coverage May Still Fall Short," Kate Steadman, Kaiser Health News, July 21, 2010.
Posted by admin at July 30, 2010 02:45 AM