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CA SB945

Bill

Status

Engrossed

5/29/2018

Primary Sponsor

Toni Atkins

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Origin

Senate

2017-2018 Session

AI Summary

  • Removes the 18-month coverage limit for breast cancer treatment, replacing it with coverage for the duration of treatment as long as eligibility requirements are met.

  • Removes the 24-month coverage limit for cervical cancer treatment, replacing it with coverage for the duration of treatment as long as eligibility requirements are met.

  • Extends coverage for individuals diagnosed with a recurrence of breast or cervical cancer to the full duration of treatment, rather than an additional fixed period.

  • Maintains the State Department of Health Care Services as the payer of second resort for underinsured individuals seeking breast and cervical cancer treatment.

Legislative Description

Breast and Cervical Cancer Treatment Program.

Last Action

June 26 set for first hearing canceled at the request of author.

6/26/2018

Committee Referrals

Health6/11/2018
Appropriations4/26/2018
Health2/8/2018
Rules1/29/2018

Full Bill Text

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