TDI proposes revising mental health parity rules

The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) proposes to repeal and revise portions of the Texas Administrative Code related to health plan coverage of mental health conditions and substance use disorders.

The proposal includes a requirement for health plans to provide data on the plans’ claims, utilization reviews, and reimbursement rates, and to analyze parity compliance. TDI also proposes revising rules to reflect that autism spectrum disorder coverage is subject to the same rules as mental health conditions and substance use disorders.

Visit the TDI website for a copy of the proposal and information on how to submit comments.