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MD SB551
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/4/2026
Primary Sponsor
Nick Charles
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AI Summary
- Requires insurers, nonprofit health service plans, and health maintenance organizations in Maryland to provide coverage for salpingectomy (fallopian tube removal) as a preventive measure against ovarian cancer
- Prohibits covered entities from imposing copayments, coinsurance, or deductible requirements on salpingectomy coverage for ovarian cancer prevention
- Provides an exception for high-deductible health plans (as defined under 26 U.S.C. § 223), which may subject salpingectomy coverage to the plan's deductible requirement
- Applies to all policies, contracts, and health benefit plans issued, delivered, or renewed in Maryland on or after January 1, 2027
- Introduced by Senator Charles on February 4, 2026, and assigned to the Senate Finance Committee (cross-filed with HB 633)
Legislative Description
Health Insurance - Ovarian Cancer Prevention With Salpingectomy - Required Coverage and Prohibited Cost Sharing
Nonprofit Organizations
Last Action
Favorable Report by Finance
3/16/2026
Committee Referrals
Finance2/4/2026
Full Bill Text
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