HB 177
Modifies MO HealthNet coverage of hearing instruments
Sponsor:
LR Number:
0167H.02P
Last Action:
5/30/2025 - Formal Calendar H Bills for Third Reading
Journal Page:
Title:
HCS HBs 177 & 469
Effective Date:
August 28, 2025
House Handler:

Current Bill Summary

HCS/HBs 177 & 469 - Currently, reimbursable MO HealthNet services include hearing aids for eligible needy children, pregnant women, and blind persons. This act mandates MO HealthNet coverage of medically necessary cochlear implants and hearing instruments that are prescribed by an audiologist or dispensed by a hearing instrument specialist.

This act is substantially similar to SB 317 (2025) and SB 1443 (2024).

SARAH HASKINS

Amendments

No Amendments Found.