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MA H852

MA H852
Regarding cervical cancer and women's preventative health


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Introduced
01/20/2015
In Committee
01/20/2015
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
07/31/2016

Introduced Session

189th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to insurance coverage for cervical cancer and women’s preventative health screenings. Financial Services.

AI Summary

This bill mandates that insurance policies, contracts, agreements, plans, and certificates issued, delivered, or renewed in the Commonwealth must cover cytological screenings (commonly known as Pap smears) and HPV (Human Papillomavirus) screenings without any cost to the member, meaning no deductibles, copayments, or coinsurance will apply. This applies to various types of insurance, including those regulated under Chapter 175 (general insurance), Chapter 176A (non-profit hospital service plans), Chapter 176B (medical service agreements), and Chapter 176G (health maintenance organizations), ensuring that women have access to these important preventative health services for cervical cancer detection and prevention without financial barriers.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4111 (on 03/28/2016)

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