Insurance Coverage for Breast Milk Bags

Insurance coverage for breast milk bags can be a lifesaver for new mothers. Some insurance plans, like Medicaid, cover breast pumps and accessories, including breast milk bags, as a medical necessity.

Many insurance companies consider breast milk bags a necessary item for breastfeeding mothers. This is because they help prevent milk leakage and spoilage.

Some insurance plans, such as those offered by UnitedHealthcare, cover breast milk bags as part of their breastfeeding support services. These plans often require a doctor's note or prescription to justify the need for breast milk bags.

Breast milk bags are usually covered under the medical supplies section of an insurance plan. This means that you may need to provide a receipt or proof of purchase to receive reimbursement.

Insurance coverage for breast milk storage bags is a relatively new development, thanks to the Affordable Care Act expanding prevention coverage for women's health.

About 90-100 breast milk storage bags are often covered per month.

You can start by calling the member services number on the back of your insurance card and advocating for coverage of breast milk storage bags (billing code is K1005/A4287).

Alternatively, you can reach out to your health insurer via social media channels or mail a letter to your insurance company using a downloadable template.

If your plan covers breast milk storage bags, you'll want to know if they're fully covered or subject to a deductible, how many bags are covered per month, and which bags are covered.

Here's a brief rundown of what you might want to ask your insurance provider:

Keep in mind that the specifics of your coverage will depend on your insurance plan, so be sure to ask your provider for more information.