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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to continual insurance coverage of certain prescription medications. Financial Services.
AI Summary
This bill requires insurance plans in Massachusetts to provide coverage for any prescription medication that was previously prescribed to the insured for a preexisting condition and covered under the insured's prior health insurance plan. The bill allows for coverage of a comparable equivalent or generic medication, but requires prior approval from the prescriber. The prescriber must submit proof of the preexisting condition and the previous prescription to the insurance provider.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4778 (on 07/18/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2952 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2952.pdf |
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