The Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) has issued an important bulletin regarding COVID-19 vaccinations. Dated October 16, it emphasizes the ongoing need for health insurers to cover these vaccinations without any out-of-pocket costs.
DIFS Bulletin on COVID-19 Vaccinations
This initiative is aligned with Governor Whitmer’s Executive Directive 2025-7, which aims to enhance accessibility to vaccines across the state. The DIFS bulletin informs health insurers in the individual and small group markets of their responsibilities under existing state law.
Key Details of the Bulletin
- Date Issued: October 16, 2023
- Agency: Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS)
- Executive Directive: 2025-7 by Governor Whitmer
- Target Group: Health insurers in individual and small group markets
- Recommendation: Cover COVID-19 vaccinations without cost-sharing
- Compliance Requirement: Insurers must cover immunizations recommended by the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP)
The bulletin highlights that ACIP continues to endorse the COVID-19 vaccine. Therefore, all associated immunizations must be made available to Michiganders without financial barriers.
Contact Information
For further inquiries regarding this bulletin, members can reach out to Megan Blue at the Michigan Health Association (MHA).
