So Every Body Can Move Act - Orthoses and Prostheses Insurance Coverage

Detected April 1st, 2026

Summary

The Maryland General Assembly has introduced Senate Bill 0276, the So Every Body Can Move Act, which proposes to mandate insurance coverage for orthoses and prostheses. The bill aims to improve access to these mobility devices for Maryland residents with disabilities. As a proposed measure in the 2026 Regular Session, the legislation is subject to committee review and public comment before potential enactment.

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Senate Bill 0276, the So Every Body Can Move Act, has been introduced in the Maryland General Assembly to mandate insurance coverage for orthoses (orthopedic braces and supports) and prostheses (artificial limbs). The bill is designed to remove financial barriers that prevent individuals with disabilities from obtaining necessary mobility devices, similar to legislation passed in other states. The bill number is SB0276 and is identified as part of the 2026 Regular Session.

Healthcare providers, insurers, and patients in Maryland should monitor this legislation as it proceeds through committee hearings. Insurers offering health insurance in Maryland may face new coverage mandates if enacted. The bill does not yet have a defined effective date or compliance deadline as it remains in the legislative process. Stakeholders should review the full text when available and consider providing testimony during committee hearings.

What to do next

Monitor SB0276 as it progresses through Maryland legislative committees
Review current orthoses and prostheses coverage policies to identify potential gaps
Prepare comments or testimony for upcoming committee hearings if coverage mandates are enacted

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placeholder To Governor Title Maryland Medical Assistance Program and Health Insurance - Coverage for Orthoses and Prostheses (So Every Body Can Move Act) Sponsored by Senators Beidle, Gile, and Hettleman Status In the House - Favorable Report by Health Analysis Fiscal and Policy Note (Revised) Synopsis Requiring the Maryland Medical Assistance Program and certain insurers, nonprofit health service plans, and health maintenance organizations to provide certain coverage related to orthoses beginning January 1, 2027; clarifying that certain mandated benefits related to prostheses include all prostheses determined by a treating health care provider to be medically necessary for completing daily living activities, essential job-related activities, or performing certain other physical activities; etc. Committees Original: Finance Opposite: Health Committee Testimony Witness List Details Cross-filed with: HB0445 Bill File Type: Regular Effective Date(s): January 1, 2027 History
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| Chamber Senate Calendar Date 1/19/2026 Legislative Date 1/19/2026 Action First Reading Finance Proceedings |
| Chamber Calendar Date Legislative Date Action Text - First - Maryland Medical Assistance Program and Health Insurance - Coverage for Orthoses and Prostheses (So Every Body Can Move Act) Proceedings |
| Chamber Senate Calendar Date 1/21/2026 Legislative Date 1/21/2026 Action Hearing 2/04 at 1:00 p.m. Proceedings |
| Chamber Calendar Date Legislative Date Action Vote - Senate - Committee - Finance Proceedings |
| Chamber Senate Calendar Date 2/16/2026 Legislative Date 2/16/2026 Action Favorable with Amendments Report by Finance Proceedings |
| Chamber Senate Calendar Date 2/17/2026 Legislative Date 2/12/2026 Action Favorable with Amendments { 803721/1 Adopted Proceedings 23 |
| Chamber Senate Calendar Date 2/17/2026 Legislative Date 2/12/2026 Action Second Reading Passed with Amendments Proceedings 23 |
| Chamber Calendar Date Legislative Date Action Text - Third - Maryland Medical Assistance Program and Health Insurance - Coverage for Orthoses and Prostheses (So Every Body Can Move Act) Proceedings |
| Chamber Senate Calendar Date 2/19/2026 Legislative Date 2/14/2026 Action Third Reading Passed (43-0) Proceedings 25 |
| Chamber House Calendar Date 2/20/2026 Legislative Date 2/17/2026 Action Referred Health Proceedings 26 |
| Chamber House Calendar Date 3/17/2026 Legislative Date 3/17/2026 Action Hearing 3/26 at 1:00 p.m. Proceedings |
| Chamber House Calendar Date 3/25/2026 Legislative Date 3/25/2026 Action Hearing canceled Proceedings |
| Chamber House Calendar Date 3/25/2026 Legislative Date 3/25/2026 Action Hearing 3/26 at 2:00 p.m. Proceedings |
| Chamber Calendar Date Legislative Date Action Vote - House - Committee - Health Proceedings |
| Chamber House Calendar Date 4/01/2026 Legislative Date 4/01/2026 Action Favorable Report by Health Proceedings |