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WV HB116

WV HB116
Relating to authorizing the Public Employee Insurance Agency to provide insurance coverage for certain prescribed weight loss medications


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Introduced
05/19/2024
In Committee
05/19/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/21/2024

Introduced Session

2024 1st Special Session

Bill Summary

The purpose of this bill is to require the PEIA to reimburse covered persons for GLP-1 agonist medications prescribed by a physician for weight loss.

AI Summary

This bill requires the Public Employee Insurance Agency (PEIA) to reimburse covered persons for GLP-1 agonist medications prescribed by a physician for weight loss. The bill applies to PEIA policies, plans, or contracts issued or renewed on or after July 1, 2024, and aims to provide coverage for these weight loss medications.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

To House Finance (on 05/19/2024)

Bill Topics

Health
  • ‐ Regulation of Drug Industry and Pharmacies
Labor and Employment
  • ‐ Employee Benefits

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