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Determining Compliance with the Newborns' Act Provisions in Part 7 of ERISA

Newborns' Act Substantive Provisions

The substantive provisions of the Newborns' Act apply only to certain plans. Does the plan provide benefits for hospital stays in connection with childbirth? (Note: Under the Pregnancy Discrimination Act, most plans are required to cover maternity benefits.)