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MO SB1795

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/26/2026

Primary Sponsor

Stephen Webber

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires MO HealthNet (Medicaid) to cover biomarker testing for diagnosis, treatment, management, and ongoing monitoring of diseases when the test provides clinical utility supported by medical evidence

  • Mandates health insurers, nonprofit health service plans, and health maintenance organizations to include biomarker testing coverage in policies issued or renewed on or after August 28, 2026

  • Coverage must be supported by FDA-approved or cleared test indications, CMS national or local coverage determinations, or nationally recognized clinical practice guidelines

  • Requires insurers to provide a clear, accessible process for patients and practitioners to request exceptions to coverage policies, available on the insurer's website

  • Excludes biomarker testing for screening purposes from required coverage under both Medicaid and private insurance provisions

Legislative Description

Creates provisions relating to biomarker testing

Last Action

S First Read

2/26/2026

Full Bill Text

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