On Apr. 21, WAS LEG enacted bill re prosthetic limbs/orthotic braces.
WAS LEG enacted bill HB 1669, SB 5629, re prosthetic limbs/custom orthotic braces.
Amendment adds new section to WAS INS 48.43 insurance chapter that expands coverage requirements for prosthetic limbs and custom orthotic braces.
Document dated Apr. 21, 2025, was received on May 16, 2025, due to a fixed feed.
Bill Provisions
The bill sets out that a small or large group health plan issued or is renewed on or after Jan. 1, 2026, must include coverage for one or more prostheses per limb.
In addition, coverage to include custom orthotic braces per limb when medically necessary to participate in daily or essential job-related activities as set out in the bill.
Legislative History
On Jan. 28, 2025, bill introduced in House; on Mar. 12, 2025, bill was passed in House.
On Mar. 14, 2025, bill introduced in Senate; on Apr. 10, 2025, bill was passed Senate.
On Apr. 16, 2025, bill sent to governor; on Apr. 21, 2025, bill signed, became Ch. 96.
Effectiveness
Act becomes effective Jul. 27, 2025.
Regulators
WAS LEG
Entity Types
Ins
Reference
Ch. 96, Bill HB1669, SB5629, 4/21/2025; Citation: WAS INS 48.43;
