Typically, high-deductible health plans don’t pay for medical expenses until a deductible has been met. However, the notice allows an individual to receive coverage for COVID-19 tests regardless of deductible without jeopardizing the health plan’s eligibility as a high-deductible health plan.
The notice also means a person with a high-deductible health plan that covers cost-sharing for COVID-19 tests can continue contributing to a health savings account.
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