IN SB0162

Requires state employee health plans, Medicaid, accident and sickness insurance policies, and HMO contracts to cover medically necessary chronic pain management prescribed by a treating practitioner, effective July 1, 2019.

Defines chronic pain management as evidence-based treatments for pain lasting at least 3 months, including prescription drugs, physical therapy, occupational therapy, chiropractic care, osteopathic manipulative treatment, and athletic trainer services.

Prohibits coverage limitations, deductibles, copayments, or coinsurance for chronic pain management that are more restrictive than those applying generally under the health plan.

Requires the Office of Medicaid Policy and Planning to apply to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for any necessary state Medicaid plan amendments and implement within 60 days of federal approval.

Excludes dental insurance and supplemental plans from the chronic pain management coverage requirements.