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This bill mandates that health plans and insurers in Tennessee must cover clinical genetic testing for inherited gene mutations in individuals with a personal or family history of cancer, provided a healthcare professional recommends it. It also requires coverage for evidence-based cancer imaging for individuals at increased risk, as outlined by the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) clinical practice guidelines. Importantly, these required coverages cannot be subject to any out-of-pocket expenses like deductibles or copayments, though there are specific provisions for high-deductible health plans to maintain eligibility for health savings accounts under federal law.

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https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB1626&ga=114