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MN HF64

MN HF64
Prescription contraceptive supply requirements established; health plan coverage of contraceptive methods, sterilization, patient education, counseling, and related services required; and eligible organizations accommodations established.


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Introduced
07/14/2020
In Committee
07/14/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

91st Legislature 2020 2nd Special Session

Bill Summary

Prescription contraceptive supply requirements established; health plan coverage of contraceptive methods, sterilization, patient education, counseling, and related services required; and eligible organizations accommodations established.

AI Summary

This bill establishes prescription contraceptive supply requirements and requires health plan coverage of contraceptive methods, sterilization, patient education, counseling, and related services. It defines key terms like "contraceptive method," "contraceptive service," "eligible organization," and "therapeutic equivalent version." The bill prohibits health plan companies from imposing cost-sharing or referral requirements for contraceptive services, and requires them to cover at least one of each FDA-approved contraceptive method. It also provides accommodations for eligible organizations with religious objections to covering certain contraceptive services. Additionally, the bill amends Medicaid coverage to require a 12-month supply for any prescribed contraceptive.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Authors added Jordan, Bernardy (on 07/20/2020)

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