Bill > HB1389

This bill amends Oklahoma state law to expand mammography screening coverage by adding several new provisions and definitions related to breast cancer examinations. The bill updates the definition of diagnostic examinations for breast cancer to include contrast-enhanced mammograms and molecular breast imaging, and introduces a new term "supplemental examination" which refers to additional medically necessary breast screenings based on personal or family medical history and risk factors. The legislation maintains existing requirements that health benefit plans cover low-dose mammography screenings without deductibles or co-payments, and preserves the current screening frequency guidelines (once every five years for women aged 35-39, and annually for women 40 and older). The bill also adds clarity around various breast imaging technologies like breast magnetic resonance imaging, breast ultrasound, and breast tomosynthesis, ensuring that health insurance plans provide comprehensive coverage for different types of breast cancer screening methods. The new provisions aim to improve early detection capabilities and provide more flexible screening options for women based on individual risk factors. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2025, giving healthcare providers and insurance companies time to adapt to the new requirements.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb1389&Session=2600