Bill > HB158

This bill expands Medicaid coverage in New Mexico by requiring the state's secretary to adopt rules ensuring access to a comprehensive range of family planning and reproductive health services. Specifically, it mandates that Medicaid will cover contraceptive drugs, devices, and related products approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), including those available over-the-counter or by prescription, without requiring prior authorization or step therapy, and without any cost-sharing for recipients. The bill also includes coverage for patient education and counseling on contraception, voluntary sterilization procedures, breast and cervical cancer screenings, diagnostic and treatment services for the female reproductive system, prenatal care, childbirth services, and follow-up care related to these services. Furthermore, it extends Medicaid coverage to include screening, diagnosis, and treatment for sexually transmitted infections and HIV for all recipients, along with counseling for those deemed at increased risk. The context for these changes is to enhance access to essential reproductive healthcare services for eligible individuals.