An Act supporting maternal and pediatric health

This bill mandates that various health insurance plans in Massachusetts cover a specific appointment known as a prenatal pediatric visit. The legislation directly affects employees of the state, Medicaid beneficiaries, and individuals with private health insurance policies issued or renewed within the Commonwealth. Under the new rules, these plans must pay for an appointment between a pregnant person and a pediatrician designed to establish an early professional partnership for the child's care. The definition of this visit is explicitly tied to recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics. Additionally, the bill requires the state Medicaid division to notify its members about this new coverage requirement.