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Introduced
01/17/2017
01/17/2017
In Committee
02/13/2017
02/13/2017
Crossed Over
01/26/2017
01/26/2017
Passed
Dead
03/18/2017
03/18/2017
Introduced Session
2017 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH COVERAGE; ENACTING SECTIONS OF THE HEALTH CARE PURCHASING ACT, THE PUBLIC ASSISTANCE ACT, THE NEW MEXICO INSURANCE CODE, THE HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATION LAW AND THE NONPROFIT HEALTH CARE PLAN LAW TO REQUIRE COVERAGE OF ARTERY CALCIFICATION SCREENING FOR EARLY DETECTION OF CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE IN CERTAIN INDIVIDUALS.
AI Summary
This bill requires health insurance providers in New Mexico, including Medicaid, to cover artery calcification screening for eligible individuals aged 30-75 who have risk factors for coronary heart disease, such as hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, smoking, or family history. The coverage is limited to one screening every 5 years and is not subject to a deductible. The bill applies to various types of health plans, including group, individual, and health maintenance organization (HMO) plans, but excludes short-term, accident-only, or limited disease-specific policies.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Business and Industry, Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
[LD 28] Referred to Senate Finance (on 02/13/2017)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=11&year=17 |
| BillText | http://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/17%20Regular/bills/house/HB0011.pdf |
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