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GA HB373
Bill
Status
2/28/2025
Primary Sponsor
Lydia Glaize
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AI Summary
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Requires health benefit policies in Georgia to cover annual prostate cancer screenings for men classified as high risk, including digital rectal examinations and prostate-specific antigen (PSA) tests
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Defines "high risk" men as those ages 40-49 with a family history of prostate cancer, all men age 50 and older, and other men as determined by a physician
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Family history includes having a first-degree relative diagnosed with prostate cancer, who died from it, or who has a genetic alteration or cancer type associated with increased prostate cancer risk
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Applies to individual and group health plans issued by healthcare corporations, HMOs, PPOs, accident and sickness insurers, fraternal benefit societies, and similar entities
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Takes effect upon Governor's approval and applies to policies issued, delivered, or renewed on or after January 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Insurance; annual prostate cancer screenings for certain men; require major medical coverage
Last Action
Senate Read and Referred
3/3/2025