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GA HB1211
Bill
Status
3/4/2026
Primary Sponsor
Trey Kelley
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AI Summary
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Amends Georgia Code Section 33-24-56.3 to expand the sources of guidelines that health benefit policies must follow for colorectal cancer screening coverage
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Requires health insurers to cover colorectal cancer screenings based on recommendations from any of the following: American Cancer Society (with American College of Gastroenterology and American College of Radiology), National Comprehensive Cancer Network, United States Preventive Services Task Force, or federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
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Coverage must align with the ages, family histories, and screening frequencies specified in the applicable guidelines
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Attending physicians retain authority to determine appropriate screenings after conferring with the patient
Legislative Description
Insurance; guidelines and recommendations for colorectal cancer screening, examinations, and laboratory tests; provide
Last Action
Senate Read and Referred
3/6/2026