Aetna, a unit of CVS Health, will broaden its fertility coverage starting September 1, 2024, to include intrauterine insemination (IUI) regardless of a patient’s fertility status.
This policy change, following a lawsuit settlement, is particularly significant for the LGBTQ+ community, as it removes previous barriers requiring couples to prove infertility.
The shift reflects a growing trend in the insurance industry towards more inclusive healthcare coverage, potentially influencing other insurers to adopt similar policies, thereby expanding access to fertility treatments for diverse populations.