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FL S0126
Bill
AI Summary
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Requires that each mammography report provided to a patient include information about breast density based on the Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System established by the American College of Radiology.
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Mandates that mammography reports include a specific notice informing patients that dense breast tissue may hide abnormalities and that supplementary screening tests (breast ultrasound, breast MRI, or both) may be beneficial depending on individual risk factors.
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Applies the breast density reporting requirement to all accident or health insurance policies, group/blanket/franchise policies, and health maintenance contracts in Florida.
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Takes effect October 1, 2013.
Legislative Description
Mammogram Reports
Last Action
Died in Health Policy
5/3/2013
Committee Referrals
Health Policy1/4/2013
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