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Insurance Coverage
Dec 2, 2008
Insurance Coverage
State Laws
Some states mandate that providers cover infertility treatments while others mandate that providers “offer” coverage (e.g. letting customers know coverage options available to them, but not requiring them to cover it).
Currently, the following states require insurance coverage for infertility treatment: Arkansas, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Montana, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Rhode Island, and West Virginia, while Texas and California laws mandate that insurance plans “offer” coverage.
Exemptions and Inclusions
Even if you reside in one of these states, you may not have a policy that has to adhere to the governing state law. If your employer buys an insurance plan through a health insurance company, state regulations apply. However, if it is a self-funded benefits program, your health coverage is regulated only by the federal ERISA law, which has no provision for infertility treatment. In some cases, employers with few employees do not have to provide coverage. Also, if your employer's policy was not written in the governed state, it may be exempt.
Other plans, such as those purchased by you individually or offered by school districts or religious organizations, may also be exempt from state regulation.
Plans that cover infertility treatment still require thorough research to determine the qualifications associated with that coverage. Not all of these plans will cover in vitro fertilization (IVF) or other assisted reproductive technology (ART) procedures and the medications associated with them. Some plans will only pay for infertility-related expenses after the patient proves a history of unexplained fertility undergoes other cheaper methods of treatment or has a particular diagnosed issue. Further, some plans stipulate age requirements, number of cycles allowed and lifetime maximum reimbursement limits. Find out about your plan by asking your provider how they define “infertility” and what coverage is listed. Learn about restrictions governing the type of specialist you see and if pre-authorizations are necessary. Ask about limits that apply to the coverage in terms of treatment cycles, procedures, prerequisites and drug coverage.
It is difficult to navigate through insurance plans as they vary greatly in what they cover and what they require for that coverage. Take the time to do the appropriate research, so you can take full advantage of what your plan has to offer as well as be prepared financially if that coverage falls short.
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I live in the state of Arkansas and have insurance with through my husband's employer. I have at least a 2 yr history of unexplained infertility and have tried 6 attempts with artificial insemination with no success. It is my understanding that under the Arkansas Insurance Coverage for IVF that my insurance should cover me up to $15,000 for IVF if I meet all the listed criteria in the law. My husband's employer is not self insured. He works for a electric utility company in Arkansas but their "home office" is located in Ohio. Am I understanding right that I should be covered up to $15,000 for IVF since I meet the criteria? I called my insurance company but they just said they would look into it and get back with me, I feel like that they might just be putting me off, maybe not. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Misty
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Me and my wife, we have Humana health insurance and we think it is very good and affordable solution for a young couple. The provide variety of plans and I think that even for such a specific cases as the fertility issue they are good insurance company to refer to. All best, Max.
I am with Humana health insurance who provide full coverage and made it very clear to me what I was getting and what I was not. But I have been with a few previous insurers who have practically cheated me in an attempt to make money, the government should pay closer attention to insurance providers…
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Infertility treatments should not fall under these jurisdictions. I struggled enough with receiving Hemorrhoids treatments in my area and now me and my wife are thinking about having a baby but know we may encounter fertility problems.
I think that it should work exactly like in the case of a car insurance. At least, this is how I see things. Correct me if I am wrong.
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. However, if it is a self-funded benefits program, your health coverage is regulated only by the federal ERISA law, which has no provision for infertility treatment. In some cases, employers with few employees do not have to provide coverage. Also, if your employer's policy was not written in the governed state, it may be exempt.
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Plans that cover infertility treatment still require thorough research to determine the qualifications associated with that coverage. Very informative article thank you.
I think different companies have different criteria for provide coverage & claim in such type of insurance policies.....
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