Several states in the United States had laws that mandated insurance coverage for infertility treatments, including in vitro fertilization (IVF), to varying degrees. It's important to note that insurance mandates can change over time, and new laws may have been passed since then. Additionally, the specific requirements and limitations of these mandates can vary from state to state. Here are some states that had IVF coverage mandates or infertility treatment coverage mandates:
1. Arkansas: Arkansas required health insurance policies that cover more than 50 individuals to include coverage for the diagnosis and treatment of infertility, including IVF.
2. California: California law mandated that certain group health insurance policies provide coverage for the diagnosis and treatment of infertility, including IVF. There were specific requirements related to age and the number of IVF cycles covered.
3. Connecticut: Connecticut required certain group health insurance policies to provide coverage for medically necessary expenses for the diagnosis and treatment of infertility, including IVF.
4. Hawaii: Hawaii law mandated that insurers offering group health insurance policies include coverage for the diagnosis and treatment of infertility, including IVF.
5. Illinois: Illinois law required insurance policies that cover more than 25 individuals to include coverage for the diagnosis and treatment of infertility, including IVF.
6. Maryland: Maryland mandated that certain health insurance policies provide coverage for in vitro fertilization (IVF) and other infertility treatments.
7. Massachusetts: Massachusetts had comprehensive infertility coverage laws that included IVF as a covered treatment.
8. New Jersey: New Jersey required insurance plans that cover more than 50 people to provide coverage for the diagnosis and treatment of infertility, including IVF.
9. New York: New York had laws that required insurance coverage for infertility treatments, including IVF, under certain conditions.
Please keep in mind that the specific details of these mandates, such as coverage limits, eligibility criteria, and the number of IVF cycles covered, can vary from state to state and may change over time. It's essential to review your specific health insurance policy and check with your state's insurance department or regulatory agency for the most up-to-date information on infertility treatment coverage mandates in your state.
