Common use of Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act Clause in Contracts

Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act. ‌ You have rights to parity in mental health and substance use disorder treatment as required by the federal Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act and Minnesota Statutes, section 62Q.47. These laws require that: • Mental health and substance abuse services covered on the same basis as medical services; • That cost-sharing for mental health and substance abuse services can be no more restrictive than cost-sharing for similar medical services; • That treatment restrictions and limitations such as prior authorization and medical necessity can be no more restrictive than for similar medical services; • That if enrollees have concerns they can call Member Services, file a complaint with HealthPartners, or file a complaint with Minnesota Department of Health.