H.207, introduced by Representative Branagan, aims to enhance health insurance coverage for diabetes treatment in Vermont. The bill proposes to remove the provision that allows health insurers to mandate that diabetes treatment be provided by healthcare professionals under contract with the insurer. Additionally, it introduces a prohibition on any cost-sharing requirements, ensuring that benefits related to diabetes treatment are not subject to co-payments, coinsurance, deductibles, or other financial barriers.

The bill amends Section 4089c of Title 8 of the Vermont Statutes, specifying that health insurers must cover necessary equipment, supplies, and outpatient self-management training for various types of diabetes without imposing financial limits or requirements. The act is set to take effect on January 1, 2026, and will apply to all health insurance plans issued or renewed on or after that date, but no later than January 1, 2027.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 8-4089c