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AR SB123

Bill

Status

Passed

4/14/2025

Primary Sponsor

Greg Leding

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Origin

Senate

95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Defines "supplemental breast examination" as medically necessary breast cancer screenings based on personal/family history or increased risk factors, including dense breasts, following National Comprehensive Cancer Network Guidelines

  • Covered supplemental examinations include contrast-enhanced mammography, breast MRI, breast ultrasound, and molecular breast imaging

  • Eliminates all cost-sharing requirements (copays, deductibles, coinsurance) for diagnostic breast examinations, breast cancer examinations, and supplemental breast examinations under health benefit plans

  • Amends Arkansas Code § 23-79-140 regarding insurance coverage for mammograms and breast ultrasounds

  • Approved April 14, 2025 as Act 553 of the Regular Session

Legislative Description

To Amend The Law Concerning Coverage For Mammograms And Breast Ultrasounds.

Last Action

Notification that SB123 is now Act 553

4/14/2025

Committee Referrals

Insurance and Commerce3/31/2025
Insurance & Commerce1/27/2025

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