An Act to improve outcomes for persons with limb loss and limb difference

HD 559 requires Massachusetts health insurance plans, including MassHealth, to cover prosthetic and orthotic devices for athletic and physical activities - such as running, swimming, or biking - alongside standard medical use. It expands existing coverage to include custom-made devices designed specifically for these activities and mandates repair or replacement for such devices. This applies directly to individuals with limb loss or limb difference who need these devices to participate in physical activities. The bill amends multiple sections of state law to clarify coverage requirements and definitions for these devices.