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MA S2600
Bill
Status
Introduced
6/30/2025
Primary Sponsor
Michael Rush
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AI Summary
- Requires health insurance coverage for scalp cooling systems—devices that cool the scalp to prevent or reduce hair loss during cancer chemotherapy treatment
- Applies to all major insurance types: commercial insurers (Chapter 175), Blue Cross Blue Shield plans (Chapters 176A and 176B), HMOs (Chapter 176G), state employee plans (Chapter 32A), and MassHealth/Medicaid (Chapter 118E)
- Caps coverage at $300 per year for scalp cooling systems, with standard deductibles, copayments, and coinsurance applying
- Defines qualifying devices as those designed for repeated use and primarily intended to serve a medical purpose
- Takes effect for all insurance contracts entered into, renewed, or amended on or after January 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Requiring health insurance coverage for scalp cooling systems
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2931
1/29/2026
Committee Referrals
Health Care Financing12/4/2025
Financial Services8/11/2025
Rules6/30/2025
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