Bill > HB1345

This bill proposes to expand medical assistance coverage for menopause treatments by requiring the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services to provide comprehensive coverage for individuals enrolled in medical assistance programs. Specifically, the bill mandates coverage for FDA-approved drugs, devices, and combination products related to menopausal symptoms, behavioral therapy to help individuals cope with these symptoms, and treatments for menopause induced by hysterectomy. The bill defines menopausal symptoms broadly, including irregular periods, hot flashes, vaginal and bladder changes, decreased fertility, bone density loss, cholesterol level changes, and sleep disturbances. It also provides detailed definitions of hysterectomy and menopause. To implement these changes, the department must seek necessary federal approvals from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. The bill's provisions will take effect 30 days after publication of approval notices, with some sections taking immediate effect. This legislation aims to improve healthcare support for individuals experiencing menopausal symptoms by ensuring they have access to a wide range of treatments through public medical assistance programs.

Health and Social Services

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