Parity Enforcement Act of 2021

Parity Enforcement Act of 2021

This bill provides authority for the Department of Labor to enforce the parity requirements for group health plans with respect to the coverage of mental health and substance use disorder benefits.

Bill 117 HR 1364, also known as the Parity Enforcement Act of 2021, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to ensure that health insurance plans provide equal coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services as they do for other medical services.

The bill aims to enforce the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008, which requires insurance plans to provide coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services that is comparable to coverage for other medical services. However, there have been concerns that some insurance plans are not fully complying with this law.

The Parity Enforcement Act of 2021 seeks to address these concerns by requiring insurance plans to disclose information about their coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services, including any limitations or restrictions. It also establishes a process for individuals to file complaints if they believe their insurance plan is not providing equal coverage. Overall, the goal of Bill 117 HR 1364 is to ensure that individuals with mental health and substance use disorders have access to the care they need without facing discrimination from their insurance providers. This bill is an important step towards achieving parity in healthcare coverage for all Americans.