Bill > HB2955

This bill requires Oregon's Medicaid program to cover continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) - devices that measure glucose levels at set intervals - for certain recipients with diabetes. Specifically, the bill mandates coverage for recipients who are diagnosed with any type of diabetes and either are treated with insulin, have a history of severe low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), or have been diagnosed with gestational diabetes. To maintain coverage, recipients must attend medical visits to assess the CGM's effectiveness: at least every six months during the first 18 months after receiving the device, and then at least annually thereafter. The bill defines a CGM as the monitoring device itself and any associated repair or replacement parts. The provisions will become operative on January 1, 2026, and the bill includes an emergency clause allowing immediate implementation to preserve public health. The Oregon Health Authority is authorized to take preparatory steps, including seeking necessary federal approvals, to ensure the program can be launched on the specified date. By declaring an emergency, the bill emphasizes the importance of providing this medical technology to support diabetes management for Medicaid recipients.

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https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HB2955