NJ S1276

Mandates all health insurance carriers in New Jersey cover prenatal genetic testing during the first trimester of pregnancy, with benefits provided at the same level as any other medical condition

Required covered testing methods include carrier screening, nuchal translucency screening, and chorionic villus sampling, among others

Applies to all types of health insurance plans including individual policies, group policies, HMOs, small employer plans, and plans under the State Health Benefits Program and School Employees' Health Benefits Program

Defines "carrier screening" as blood or tissue samples taken to determine if an individual carries genes for certain inherited disorders

Takes effect 90 days after enactment and applies to policies delivered, issued, executed, or renewed after that date