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OK HB3359

OK HB3359
Medicaid coverage; biomarker testing coverage; discretionary; effective date.


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Introduced
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/03/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act relating to Medicaid coverage; amending Section 3, Chapter 331, O.S.L. 2023 (56 O.S. Supp. 2025, Section 4003), which relates to biomarker testing coverage; making coverage discretionary; and providing an effective date.

AI Summary

This bill modifies existing Oklahoma law regarding Medicaid coverage for biomarker testing, which refers to laboratory tests that detect specific biological substances to help diagnose, treat, or monitor diseases. Previously, the law mandated that Medicaid cover such tests under certain conditions, including when supported by evidence like FDA approvals or recognized clinical guidelines. This bill changes that requirement, making coverage discretionary by replacing the word "shall" with "may," meaning the state Medicaid program is no longer obligated to cover biomarker testing but now has the option to do so. The bill also specifies an effective date of November 1, 2026.

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Rules (on 02/03/2026)

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