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MS HB842
Bill
Status
4/3/2012
Primary Sponsor
Mark Formby
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AI Summary
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Extends the repeal date for the state employee bariatric surgery program from July 1, 2012 to July 1, 2014
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Program provides bariatric surgery coverage for State and School Employees Health Insurance Plan participants with BMI over 40, or over 35 with two co-morbidities (diabetes, hypertension, GERD, sleep apnea, or asthma)
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Eligible patients must have participated in the health plan for at least one year and documented two failed weight loss attempts through programs like Weight Watchers, Atkins, South Beach, or Sugar Busters
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Surgeries must be performed at nationally designated Centers of Excellence with required post-surgical support including nutritionists, support groups, and physical activity components
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Beginning July 1, 2012, bariatric surgery becomes a full benefit for all eligible State and School Employees Health Insurance Plan participants
Legislative Description
Obesity; extend repealer on program providing bariatric surgery under state employees health plan.
Last Action
Died In Committee
4/3/2012