; (2) permit the custodial parent (or provider, with the custodial parent’s approval) to submit claims for covered services without the approval of the noncustodial parent; and (3) make payment on claims submitted in accordance with paragraph (2) directly to such custodial parent or the provider. . (c) Federal health care programs Part A of title XI of the Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. 1301 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following new section: 1150C. Coverage pursuant to medical child support orders In any case in which a child has benefits under a Federal health care program through a noncustodial parent (including a stepparent), such program shall— (1) provide such information to the custodial parent as may be necessary for the child to obtain benefits through such program; (2) permit the custodial parent (or provider, with the custodial parent’s approval) to submit claims for covered services without the approval of the noncustodial parent; and (3) make payment on claims submitted in accordance with paragraph (2) directly to such custodial parent, or State agency (if applicable). . (d) Effective date The amendments made by this section shall apply with respect to plan years beginning on or after January 1, 2020.