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Introduced
02/06/2023
02/06/2023
In Committee
06/28/2023
06/28/2023
Crossed Over
05/24/2023
05/24/2023
Passed
Dead
11/30/2024
11/30/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 Session
Bill Summary
An act to add Section 1367.17 to the Health and Safety Code, to add Section 10123.186 to the Insurance Code, and to add Section 14132.04 to the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to health care coverage.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits health care service plans and health insurance policies issued, amended, delivered, or renewed on or after January 1, 2024, from requiring prior authorization or other utilization review for any clinically indicated treatment for endometriosis, as determined by the treating physician and consistent with nationally recognized evidence-based clinical guidelines. It also adds clinically indicated treatment for endometriosis as a covered benefit under the Medi-Cal program without prior authorization or utilization review. The bill is intended to improve access to necessary care for individuals with endometriosis.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
September 1 hearing: Held in committee and under submission. (on 09/01/2023)
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