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This bill requires insurers and the State Health Benefits Program (SHBP) to provide coverage for medically necessary expenses incurred in screening for ovarian cancer for symptomatic women or women at risk of ovarian cancer. The coverage must include, at a minimum, an annual pelvic examination, an ultrasound, and blood testing for cancer markers. The benefits must be provided to the same extent as for any other condition under the insurance policy or contract. The bill applies to various types of health insurance plans, including hospital service corporations, medical service corporations, health service corporations, individual and group health insurance policies, individual and small employer health benefits plans, and health maintenance organizations. The bill takes effect 180 days after enactment and applies to policies or contracts issued or renewed on or after the effective date.

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https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/S3801