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This bill establishes new insurance requirements for breast cancer screenings across multiple types of health insurance policies in West Virginia. Specifically, the bill mandates that insurance providers cover one mammogram examination annually for women aged 40 and over without requiring a prior medical order. For women under 40 with a family history of breast cancer or other risk factors, the bill allows for mammogram examinations at intervals deemed medically necessary by their healthcare provider. Additionally, for women with dense or heterogeneous breast tissue, the bill requires coverage for a comprehensive ultrasound screening of the entire breast. These new requirements will apply to all insurance policies issued, delivered, reissued, or extended in the state on or after January 1, 2025, or when any policy terms are changed or premiums are adjusted. The bill aims to improve early detection of breast cancer by reducing financial barriers to regular mammogram screenings and ensuring that women with higher risk factors can access appropriate diagnostic imaging.

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