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OH SB252
Bill
Status
Passed
3/24/2021
Primary Sponsor
Robert Hackett
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AI Summary
- Health benefit plans issued, delivered, or renewed in Ohio cannot require patients to fail on one drug before covering a prescribed drug for stage four advanced metastatic cancer
- Prohibition applies to coverage of drugs and treatments for stage four cancer symptoms or treatment side effects that would jeopardize patient health if left untreated
- Covered drugs must have approval from the FDA or be described in the National Comprehensive Cancer Network compendium, or be supported by peer-reviewed medical literature as best practices
- Violations are classified as unfair and deceptive insurance practices under Ohio law
- Applies to health benefit plans covering stage four cancer treatment on or after the effective date of the section
Legislative Description
Prohibit "fail first" drug coverage for advanced spreading cancer
Health and Human Services : Health Care
Last Action
Effective 3/24/21
3/24/2021
Committee Referrals
Health6/10/2020
Health, Human Services and Medicaid12/17/2019
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