Requires certain group health insurance policies to provide coverage for hearing aids

This bill requires large group health insurance plans in New York to cover medically necessary hearing aids. It mandates reimbursement of up to $3,000 every 36 months for adults (16+), and $2,000 every 24 months for children under 16 (with medical documentation for changes in hearing needs). The coverage includes up to two hearing aids per period and services like recasing or new molds, but excludes batteries and cords. Insured individuals may choose more expensive devices but pay the difference beyond the reimbursement limits.