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MD HB1495
Bill
Status
2/12/2025
Primary Sponsor
Pam Guzzone
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AI Summary
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Requires health insurers, nonprofit health service plans, and health maintenance organizations to cover preventive ovarian cancer screenings for individuals at least 45 years old, including MRI and CT scans
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Prohibits insurers from imposing copayments, coinsurance, or deductible requirements on ovarian cancer screening coverage
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Allows an exception for high-deductible health plans (as defined in 26 U.S.C. § 223), which may apply their deductible requirement to these screenings
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Applies to all policies, contracts, and health benefit plans issued, delivered, or renewed in Maryland on or after January 1, 2026
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Takes effect January 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Health Insurance - Screening for Ovarian Cancer - Required Coverage and Prohibited Cost Sharing
Nonprofit Organizations
Last Action
Withdrawn by Sponsor
3/13/2025