How long must all health plans provide coverage for newborn children?

• A. 60 days
• B. 30 days
• C. 90 days
• D. 120 days

Answer: (A)

Newborn coverage is provided from birth for a defined period so the baby has protection during the early, medically important weeks while the family arranges enrollment. The standard minimum duration is sixty days, which ensures that essential newborn care—well-baby visits, screenings, immunizations, and hospital services—is covered without gaps. During this window, the parent would typically add the newborn to the policy; once enrolled, coverage continues under the plan’s terms. A shorter period could leave the baby with a coverage gap right after birth, while longer windows aren’t the typical minimum required by most plans.