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MI SB0738

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/5/2024

Primary Sponsor

Jeff Irwin

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Origin

Senate

102nd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Requires health insurers in Michigan to cover FDA-approved drugs used in cancer treatment, including genetic therapy and immunotherapy (such as CAR-T cell therapy)
  • Expands coverage to include off-label drug uses for cancer treatment if ordered by a physician and supported by current medical literature and recognition from oncology organizations
  • Coverage must be provided when the drug is used as part of a cancer drug regimen, regardless of whether the specific cancer type matches the FDA approval indication
  • Requires physicians to obtain informed patient consent before prescribing FDA-approved drugs for off-label cancer indications
  • Applies to all health insurance policies delivered, issued for delivery, or renewed in Michigan

Legislative Description

Insurance: health insurers; coverage for antineoplastic drugs; expand. Amends sec. 3406e of 1956 PA 218 (MCL 500.3406e).

Insurance: health insurers

Last Action

Referred To Committee Of The Whole

12/12/2024

Committee Referrals

Finance, Insurance, And Consumer Protection3/5/2024

Full Bill Text

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