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This bill requires health insurance companies in Minnesota to provide comprehensive coverage for the management and treatment of obesity, starting January 1, 2026. The coverage must include a range of evidence-based treatments, specifically behavioral, dietary, and physical activity interventions; bariatric surgery; and medications approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for obesity treatment. The bill applies to all health plans offered, issued, or renewed on or after the effective date, and extends this coverage requirement to Medical Assistance (Minnesota's Medicaid program) as well. By mandating these treatments, the bill aims to provide more comprehensive healthcare support for individuals dealing with obesity, recognizing it as a medical condition that requires diverse and scientifically-validated approaches to management and treatment.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1053&ssn=0&y=2025