Bill > S0372

This bill creates a new section in Florida Statutes that allows patients who have been previously identified as having dense breast tissue in a mammography report to receive an ultrasound or other additional screening tests without first undergoing a conventional mammogram. The bill defines "mammography report" by referencing the federal regulation 21 C.F.R. s. 900.12(c), which provides a standard definition for such reports. Dense breast tissue is a medical condition that can make it more difficult to detect breast cancer through standard mammograms, as the dense tissue can obscure potential tumors. By allowing patients to directly access additional screening methods like ultrasounds, the bill aims to improve early detection of breast cancer for individuals with dense breast tissue. The provisions of this bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving healthcare providers and patients time to prepare for the new screening approach.

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/372