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MA H1206
Bill
Status
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Bradley Jones
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AI Summary
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Requires all health insurance plans in Massachusetts to cover weight-based dosages of epinephrine injectors, including FDA-approved auto-injectors and pre-filled syringes
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Prohibits insurers from applying higher deductibles, coinsurance, copayments, or out-of-pocket limits for epinephrine injectors compared to other prescribed drugs
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Applies coverage mandates across multiple insurance types: Group Insurance Commission plans for state employees, Medicaid, individual accident/sickness policies, hospital service plans, medical service agreements, and health maintenance organizations
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Amends six chapters of Massachusetts General Laws (32A, 118E, 175, 176A, 176B, and 176G) to ensure consistent coverage requirements across all regulated insurance markets
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Filed by Representative Bradley H. Jones, Jr. on January 15, 2025, with similar legislation introduced in the 2023-2024 session (House No. 1054)
Legislative Description
Relative to epinephrine injectors
Last Action
Accompanied a new draft, see H4943
1/23/2026