Loading chat...
HI SB2319
Bill
AI Summary
-
Requires health insurers in Hawaii to cover reimbursement for prescription contraceptive supplies intended to last up to twelve months for an insured, expanding access beyond current thirty- or ninety-day supply limits.
-
Applies to all employer group health and accident and sickness policies issued or renewed on or after January 1, 2017, including health benefits plans under chapter 87A and Medicaid managed care programs.
-
Prohibits insurers from excluding prescription contraceptive supplies or imposing unusual copayments, charges, or waiting requirements for such supplies.
-
Maintains requirement that coverage include at least one brand from monophasic, multiphasic, and progestin-only oral contraceptive categories, with exceptions for adverse drug reactions.
-
Updates definition of "contraceptive services" to include advanced practice registered nurse-delivered services in addition to existing physician and nurse practitioner services.
Legislative Description
Insurance; Prescription Contraceptive Supplies; Reimbursement
Last Action
Act 205, 07/05/2016 (Gov. Msg. No. 1307).
7/6/2016