MN HF1432

Health plans must cover all FDA-approved contraceptive methods and services, including sterilization, patient education, and counseling, without cost-sharing requirements as of January 1, 2024.

Health plans must include at least one of each type of FDA-approved contraceptive method in their formulary and must cover contraceptive methods deemed medically necessary by a patient's provider without cost-sharing.

Religious employers and eligible organizations with religious objections to contraceptive coverage may obtain accommodations by providing notice to health plan companies and employees at least 30 days before coverage begins.

Health plans must provide 12-month supplies of prescription contraceptives, with the prescribing provider determining the appropriate supply length up to 12 months, effective January 1, 2024.

Medical assistance (Medicaid) and MinnesotaCare coverage must comply with the same contraceptive coverage and 12-month supply requirements as private health plans.