(a) Bilateral cochlear implants if medically appropriate for the treatment of hearing loss; and
(b) Programming and reprogramming cochlear implants.
(2) For purposes of ORS 746.230, a reasonable investigation of a claim for bilateral cochlear implants must include a request to the treating surgeon for a written recommendation based on peer-reviewed medical literature and for the medical findings that support the recommendation.
(3) A health benefit plan shall reimburse the cost of repair and replacement parts for a cochlear implant if the repair or parts are not covered by a warranty and are necessary for the device to be functional for the user.
(4) The provisions of this section are exempt from ORS 743A.001. [2007 c.504 §2; 2018 c.9 §1]
Note: 743A.140 was added to and made a part of the Insurance Code by legislative action but was not added to ORS chapter 743A or any series therein. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.