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Introduced
02/28/2024
02/28/2024
In Committee
05/07/2024
05/07/2024
Crossed Over
04/10/2024
04/10/2024
Passed
05/29/2024
05/29/2024
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
06/10/2024
06/10/2024
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To enact R.S. 22:1047, relative to o
AI Summary
This bill requires health insurance providers in Louisiana to cover medically necessary treatment for severe obesity, including bariatric surgery, psychological screening and counseling, behavior modification, nutritional counseling, and post-operative follow-up. The bill defines "severe obesity" as a body mass index of 40 or higher, or 35 or higher with an associated medical condition like hypertension or diabetes. The coverage requirements apply to new insurance plans issued after January 1, 2025, and existing plans must be updated to comply by January 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Effective date 8/1/2024. (on 06/10/2024)
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