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NJ S3048
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Benjie Wimberly
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AI Summary
- Patients receiving follow-up care after surgery, for a diagnosed illness, or for other covered services would pay only one co-payment or deductible within any 180-day period
- Participating healthcare providers would be prohibited from collecting more than one co-payment or deductible during the 180-day period, regardless of the number of follow-up visits
- The limitation applies only to in-network care from participating providers under managed care plans
- Patients must comply with their plan's preauthorization or medical necessity review requirements to qualify for this benefit
- Takes effect on the first day of the fourth month after enactment, applying to all contracts and policies issued or renewed after that date
Legislative Description
Permits payment of only one co-payment or deductible for follow-up care or treatment after surgery or illness under certain health benefits plans.
Commerce
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee
1/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Commerce1/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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