DIFS Bulletin 14-017-M and ABA Annual Dollar Limits
We have not located the bulletin text itself, so treat this as a citation to confirm with DIFS.
What is reported
The citation
Autism Speaks states that on April 18, 2014 the Michigan Department of Insurance removed annual dollar limits on autism mandate coverage in all fully insured plans, No. 14-017-M.
Consistent sources
The House Fiscal Agency describes the statute’s annual dollar limits as unenforceable, and the DIFS consumer page lists annual dollar limits as prohibited.
What we could not confirm
We did not find the bulletin on the state site, so we do not quote it.
What to do
Ask DIFS or your carrier for the current guidance in writing.
Back to the ABA guide.
DIFS Bulletin 14-017-M and ABA Annual Dollar Limits: short answers
Is the bulletin law?
A bulletin is regulator guidance, not a statute.
Does it apply to self-funded plans?
No. Fully insured plans only.
Where do I confirm it?
DIFS, 877-999-6442.
DIFS Bulletin 14-017-M and ABA Annual Dollar Limits: not legal advice. Send us your renewal.
Where these details come from
The laws and rules named on this page link to the official text. This is general information, not legal advice, and rules change, so check the current text.
Autism Speaks: Michigan state-regulated insurance coverage
DIFS: Autism Spectrum Disorder Health Coverage
Michigan House Fiscal Agency: Autism Spectrum Disorder fiscal forum
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