An Act relative to the treatment of infantile cataracts

This bill requires health insurance policies in Massachusetts that cover infantile cataract surgery to also cover aphakic lenses, which are prosthetic contact lenses or glasses used for treatment and rehabilitation. The legislation applies to various types of health insurance plans, including those under state and federal regulations, ensuring that coverage is medically necessary as determined by a physician. By mandating this specific type of vision care, the bill aims to provide necessary support for children undergoing cataract surgery without requiring additional out-of-pocket expenses for these corrective devices.