Home › Do Marketplace plans cover mental health and substance use? Do Marketplace plans cover mental health and substance use? Last updated Jul 19, 2026 · Directory entry — ACA Direct Questions
Yes — ACA-qualified Marketplace plans must cover mental health and substance-use disorder services as essential health benefits, and federal parity rules
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