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WV SB250

WV SB250
Requiring medical insurance providers to include infertility services in their policies


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Introduced
01/11/2024
In Committee
01/11/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/30/2024

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

The purpose of this bill is to require medical insurance providers to include infertility services in their policies. The bill makes findings. The bill provides for determination of infertility. The bill provides prohibited and permissible limitations on coverage. The bill requires rulemaking. The bill establishes an effective date. The bill provides for severability. The bill defines terms.

AI Summary

This bill requires medical insurance providers in West Virginia to include infertility services in their policies. It defines key terms like "infertility," "medically necessary," and "standard fertility preservation services." The bill mandates coverage for the diagnosis of infertility, medically necessary fertility treatments, and fertility preservation for individuals undergoing medical procedures that may impact their fertility. The bill prohibits certain limitations on coverage, such as deductibles, copayments, and preexisting condition exclusions. It also authorizes the Insurance Commissioner to promulgate rules to implement the law and sets an effective date of January 1, 2025.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

sb250 hfa criss _1 3-5 - sb250 hfa criss _1 3-5 (on 03/05/2024)

Bill Topics

Health
  • ‐ Health Insurance Reform
  • ‐ Treatment of Specific Diseases

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