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MN SF2445
MN SF2445Health carrier requirement to provide coverage for rapid whole genome sequencing
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Introduced
03/02/2023
03/02/2023
In Committee
03/02/2023
03/02/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/20/2024
05/20/2024
Introduced Session
93rd Legislature 2023-2024
Bill Summary
A bill for an act relating to insurance; requiring a health carrier to provide coverage for rapid whole genome sequencing; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 62A.
AI Summary
This bill requires health plans in Minnesota to cover rapid whole genome sequencing (rWGS) testing for enrollees 21 years of age or younger who have a complex or acute illness of unknown etiology and are receiving inpatient hospital services in an intensive care unit or a neonatal or high acuity pediatric care unit. The coverage may be based on certain medical necessity criteria, and the genetic data generated must be used primarily to diagnose and treat the patient and is protected health information under state and federal laws. The bill takes effect on January 1, 2024, and applies to health plans offered, issued, or sold on or after that date.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Author added Coleman (on 04/02/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF2445&ssn=0&y=2023 |
| BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/text.php?number=SF2445&version=0&session=ls93&session_year=2023&session_number=0&format=pdf |
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