Bill > H1161

This bill requires all health insurance policies, contracts, and plans in Massachusetts to provide full coverage for cytological screenings (Pap smears) and HPV (human papillomavirus) screenings without any out-of-pocket costs to the insured member. The bill amends four different chapters of the Massachusetts General Laws related to different types of health insurance providers, including individual and group hospital service plans, medical service agreements, and health maintenance organizations. By mandating no cost-sharing for these preventative screenings, the bill aims to remove financial barriers that might prevent women from accessing important cervical cancer screening tests. The proposed legislation ensures that regardless of the type of health insurance a person has in Massachusetts, they can receive these critical screenings at no additional expense, which could help improve early detection of cervical cancer and potentially save lives by making screening more accessible.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1161