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This bill requires health plans, medical assistance (Medicaid), and MinnesotaCare to cover vasectomies as a contraceptive service, removing previous language that explicitly excluded vasectomies from contraceptive services. The bill amends two sections of Minnesota statutes to mandate this coverage, with an effective date of January 1, 2026, for health plans and medical assistance. For medical assistance specifically, the bill includes provisions that allow the state to avoid implementing the coverage if doing so would prevent federal financial participation, reduce coverage levels, or violate federal regulations. The bill defines key terms such as "contraceptive method" and "contraceptive service," which include not just the procedure itself, but also related consultations, examinations, patient education, counseling, and follow-up services. By requiring coverage of vasectomies, the bill aims to improve access to reproductive healthcare and provide individuals with more comprehensive contraceptive options, recognizing vasectomies as a legitimate and important method of birth control.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1054&ssn=0&y=2025