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Bill > S1302
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Introduced
02/08/2016
02/08/2016
In Committee
02/08/2016
02/08/2016
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2018
01/08/2018
Introduced Session
2016-2017 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires insurance coverage for expenses incurred in screening patients who are under 18 years of age for depression, including, but not limited to, a depression screening performed by a pediatrician using a nationally-recognized screening tool. The bill would apply to hospital, medical, and health service corporations; commercial individual, small employer, and larger group insurers; health maintenance organizations; and the State Health Benefits Program and the School Employees' Health Benefits Program. Depression is associated with higher levels of stress and anxiety and can affect a teen's personal, school, work, social, and family life, leading to social isolation and other problems. Early diagnosis is essential to the effective treatment of depression in young people.
AI Summary
This bill requires insurance coverage for expenses incurred in screening patients who are under 18 years of age for depression, including a depression screening performed by a pediatrician using a nationally-recognized screening tool. The bill applies to hospital, medical, and health service corporations; commercial individual, small employer, and larger group insurers; health maintenance organizations; and the State Health Benefits Program and the School Employees' Health Benefits Program. Early diagnosis of depression in young people is essential for effective treatment, as depression can affect a teen's personal, school, work, social, and family life, leading to social isolation and other problems.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee (on 02/08/2016)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2016/Bills/S1500/1302_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2016/Bills/S1500/1302_I1.PDF |
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