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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to continual insurance coverage of certain prescription medications. Financial Services.
AI Summary
This bill requires continual insurance coverage of prescription medications that were previously prescribed for a preexisting condition and covered under the insured's prior health insurance plan. The bill applies to various types of insurance plans, including those offered by the Group Insurance Commission, accident and sickness insurance policies, hospital service plans, medical service agreements, and health maintenance contracts. If the coverage is for a comparable equivalent or generic medication, prior approval from the prescriber is required, who must provide proof of the preexisting condition and previous prescription.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5160 (on 12/01/2020)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H959 |
Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H959.pdf |
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