KY HB752

Establishes the right for individuals to select a specific blood donor (directed donation) or use their own blood (autologous donation) for transfusions, provided FDA safety standards are met, and prohibits blood establishments and health facilities from denying or obstructing this right based on vaccination status, medical history, or religious beliefs.

Caps fees for directed or autologous blood donations at no more than 20% above the charge for a regular unit of blood, and prohibits penalizing physicians who facilitate such donations.

Imposes fines up to $250,000 per violation on blood establishments or health facilities that violate directed donation rights, and requires the Cabinet for Health and Family Services to establish a complaint reporting mechanism and complete investigations within 60 days.

Mandates that all health benefit plans, including Medicaid, KCHIP, and state employee health insurance, cover directed and autologous blood transfusions without copayments, coinsurance, or deductibles (with an exception for HSA-qualified high deductible plans).

Insurance and Medicaid coverage provisions take effect January 1, 2027, and require the Department of Insurance to seek federal waivers if necessary to comply with essential health benefits requirements.