Bill > S09230

This bill mandates that all insurance policies providing hospital, surgical, or medical care must also cover perimenopausal and menopausal care and treatment administered by a licensed healthcare provider, defining "menopause" as the permanent cessation of menstruation due to the loss of ovarian function and "perimenopause" as the transitional period leading up to it. This coverage will extend to a range of symptoms associated with these life stages, including irregular periods, hot flashes, slowed metabolism, vaginal or bladder issues, decreased fertility, bone loss, increased LDL cholesterol, and sleep disturbances like night sweats, though such coverage may be subject to deductibles and coinsurance similar to other benefits within a policy.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S9230