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Increased Transparency for Mental Health Insurance Networks

New rules require health plans and insurers to disclose how many mental health and substance use disorder providers are available in their networks. This will give citizens easier access to information about care availability, helping them choose suitable plans and find needed specialists.
Key points
Insurers and health plans must show the percentage of available mental health and substance use disorder providers in their networks.
This information will be publicly available, including on websites, making it easier to compare offerings.
A rating system (e.g., stars) will be established to reflect the breadth of an insurer's mental health network.
The government will create a public list of all mental health and substance use disorder providers nationwide, updated annually.
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Print number: 117_HR_8881
Sponsor: Rep. Horsford, Steven [D-NV-4]
Process start date: 2022-09-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Mental Health Transparency Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8881.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Insurers and health plans must show the percentage of available mental health and substance use disorder providers in their networks.
  • This information will be publicly available, including on websites, making it easier to compare offerings.
  • A rating system (e.g., stars) will be established to reflect the breadth of an insurer's mental health network.
  • The government will create a public list of all mental health and substance use disorder providers nationwide, updated annually.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Horsford, Steven [D-NV-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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