Ally’s Act
Bipartisan Bill Would Require Private Insurance to Cover Hearing Implants and Related Medical Care
Stalled
No legislative action in over 90 days.
Legislative Progress
Key Points
- This bill, introduced by a bipartisan group in Congress, would require private health insurance companies to cover specialized hearing devices like cochlear implants and bone conduction systems.
- Coverage would include the devices themselves, the surgery to implant them, regular maintenance, repairs, and a full upgrade or replacement every five years.
- Insurance companies would be prohibited from charging higher co-pays or setting stricter limits for these hearing services than they do for other standard medical or surgical procedures.
- The law would prevent insurance providers from denying coverage if a qualified doctor or audiologist determines the device is medically necessary for the patient.
- If passed, these new requirements would apply to most private and employer-sponsored health plans starting on January 1, 2026.
Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
Life & Work
Small businesses that offer group health insurance plans would be required to include coverage for hearing implant devices and related services. While this benefits employees with hearing loss, it could modestly increase premiums for small employer-sponsored plans since insurers would need to cover expensive devices and surgeries. The parity provisions — requiring copays and limits to match other medical benefits — further ensure robust coverage but may contribute to cost increases for plan sponsors.
Programs
Disabilities
Milestones
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in Senate
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Ally’s Act
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