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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on May 14, 2020.

For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Maryland, we recommend that you visit the state's COVID-19 Business Response website or the Department of Human Services' Coronavirus COVID-19 Resources.

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Description of Program and Relief

Waiver of Cost-Sharing for Any Healthcare Visit to Diagnose or Test for COVID-19 or for COVID-19 Vaccinations

Maryland has approved emergency regulations which requires health carriers regulated by the Maryland Insurance Administration to waive any cost-sharing, including co-payments, coinsurance, and deductibles for any visit to diagnose or test for COVID-19. Cost-sharing is also waived for any laboratory fees related to COVID-19 or any COVID-19 vaccinations, once available.

Government or Lead Agency

Maryland Insurance Agency

Dates Available

Effective immediately

Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions

Health carriers may only require prior authorization for COVID-19 testing based on medical necessity.

Application Deadlines (If Applicable)

N/A

Contact for More Information

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List of Additional Information

View the Maryland Insurance Administration’s press release here:

https://insurance.maryland.gov/Pages/newscenter/NewsDetails.aspx?NR=2020252


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