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MS HB1296

Bill

Status

Failed

2/1/2022

Primary Sponsor

Earle Banks

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Origin

House of Representatives

2022 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • 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.

  • Applies to the health insurance plan designed by the State and School Employees Health Insurance Management Board for state employees, retirees, and school employees.

  • Proton therapy coverage is added to existing plan benefits including semiprivate room coverage, major medical benefits, and telemedicine services.

  • 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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