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MD HB1366
Bill
Status
2/7/2025
Primary Sponsor
Malcolm Ruff
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AI Summary
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Requires health insurers, nonprofit health service plans, and HMOs in Maryland to cover cervical smear/Pap tests for all insured individuals
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Mandates coverage for annual ovarian cancer surveillance tests (CA-125 blood test, transvaginal ultrasound, or pelvic exam) for individuals with a first-degree relative with ovarian cancer, family cluster of breast/colorectal cancer, or positive BRCA1/BRCA2 gene mutation
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Prohibits insurers from imposing copayments, coinsurance, or deductibles on these cancer screening services
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Allows high-deductible health plans (as defined under federal law) to apply deductible requirements to these screenings
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Takes effect January 1, 2026, applying to all policies issued, delivered, or renewed on or after that date
Legislative Description
Health Insurance - Testing for Ovarian and Cervical Cancers - Required Coverage and Prohibited Cost Sharing
Nonprofit Organizations
Last Action
Withdrawn by Sponsor
3/12/2025