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Louisiana lawmakers advance bill to broaden insurance coverage for prosthetics
Summary
The Senate Insurance Committee reported House Bill 1235 with amendments after authors and testimony said the measure clarifies how insurers should cover prosthetic and orthotic devices so patients can access multiple medically necessary devices for daily living and activity.
Representative Hebert told the Senate Insurance Committee that House Bill 1235 does not create a new entitlement but clarifies how existing essential‑health‑benefit coverage should be applied to prosthetic and orthotic care so it aligns with medical standards and real life needs. He said the bill would allow coverage for more than one medically necessary device where appropriate and align state rules with Medicare standards.
The bill’s…
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