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This bill requires health insurance policies in Georgia to provide annual prostate cancer screenings for men considered at high risk, which includes men aged 40-49 with a family history of prostate cancer, men 50 years and older, and other men as determined by a physician. The bill defines "men with a family history of prostate cancer" as those with a first-degree relative who has been diagnosed with, developed, or died from prostate cancer, or has a cancer or genetic alteration associated with increased prostate cancer risk. The required screenings must include a digital rectal examination and a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test. The bill applies to all health benefit policies issued or renewed on or after January 1, 2026, and covers a wide range of health insurance providers, including healthcare corporations, health maintenance organizations, preferred provider organizations, and other insurers. By mandating these screenings, the bill aims to improve early detection of prostate cancer for men at higher risk, potentially enabling earlier intervention and improved health outcomes.

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https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70135