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NJ S2870
NJ S2870Requires health insurance coverage of standard fertility preservation services for individuals with certain menstrual disorders resulting in infertility.
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Introduced
03/04/2024
03/04/2024
In Committee
03/04/2024
03/04/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires health insurance coverage of standard fertility preservation services for individuals with certain menstrual disorders resulting in infertility. Under the bill, health insurance carriers (which include hospital service corporations, medical service corporations, health service corporations, health maintenance organizations authorized to issue health benefits plans in New Jersey, group health insurance policies, and any entities contracted to administer health benefits in connection with the State Health Benefits Program and School Employees' Health Benefits Program) will be required to cover standard fertility preservation services when an individual is diagnosed with a menstrual disorder that may result in infertility. For the purposes of this bill, a "menstrual disorder" is an abnormal condition related to the menstrual cycle, which shall include, but is not limited to, menorrhagia, endometriosis, and uterine fibroids.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that health insurance carriers, including various types of corporations and entities that administer health benefits for state and school employees, must cover standard fertility preservation services for individuals diagnosed with a menstrual disorder that may lead to infertility. A "menstrual disorder" is defined as an abnormal condition related to the menstrual cycle, such as heavy bleeding (menorrhagia), endometriosis, or uterine fibroids. "Standard fertility preservation services" are defined as established medical procedures, and for individuals with these menstrual disorders, this coverage now explicitly includes the cryopreservation of embryos and eggs, whereas previously it excluded egg storage. This requirement applies to new and renewed insurance policies and contracts, ensuring that coverage for these services is provided to the same extent as for other medical conditions and without discriminatory practices based on personal characteristics or health status.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee (on 03/04/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S2870 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S3000/2870_I1.HTM |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S3000/2870_I1.HTM |
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