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Introduced
01/27/2026
01/27/2026
In Committee
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Illinois Insurance Code. Provides that a group or individual policy of accident and health insurance or a managed care plan that is amended, issued, delivered, or renewed on or after January 1, 2028 shall provide coverage for medically necessary epinephrine delivery systems. Removes language providing that "epinephrine injector" has the meaning set forth in the Epinephrine Injector Act. Provides that "epinephrine injector" includes an auto-injector approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration for the administration of epinephrine and a pre-filled syringe approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration and used for the administration of epinephrine that contains a pre-measured dose of epinephrine that is equivalent to the dosages used in an auto-injector. Includes epinephrine delivery systems in provisions concerning cost limitations for medically necessary epinephrine injectors.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Illinois Insurance Code to require group or individual accident and health insurance policies and managed care plans to cover medically necessary epinephrine delivery systems, which include FDA-approved auto-injectors and pre-filled syringes containing a dose of epinephrine equivalent to auto-injectors, starting January 1, 2028. It also clarifies the definition of "epinephrine injector" to encompass these systems and maintains a cost limitation, ensuring that an insured's out-of-pocket cost for a twin-pack of these medically necessary items does not exceed $60, with an exception for high-deductible health plans to maintain their eligibility for health savings accounts.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Mark L. Walker (on 02/27/2026)
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