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MS HB1296
Bill
Status
Failed
2/1/2022
Primary Sponsor
Earle Banks
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AI Summary
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Amends Section 25-15-9 of Mississippi Code to require the State Employees Life and Health Insurance Plan to provide coverage for proton therapy for treatment of cancer and certain noncancerous tumors.
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Applies to the health insurance plan designed by the State and School Employees Health Insurance Management Board for state employees, retirees, and school employees.
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Proton therapy coverage is added to existing plan benefits including semiprivate room coverage, major medical benefits, and telemedicine services.
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Effective July 1, 2022.
Legislative Description
State Health Insurance Plan; provide coverage for proton therapy to treat cancer and certain noncancerous tumors.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/1/2022
Committee Referrals
Insurance1/17/2022
Full Bill Text
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