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PA HB1345

Bill

Status

Introduced

4/30/2025

Primary Sponsor

Morgan Cephas

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires Pennsylvania's Medical Assistance (Medicaid) program to cover hormonal and non-hormonal treatments for menopausal symptoms, subject to federal approval

  • Coverage must include all FDA-approved drugs, devices, and combination products for menopause treatment, as well as behavioral therapy to help cope with symptoms

  • Specifically covers therapy for menopause induced by hysterectomy

  • Covered symptoms include hot flashes, irregular periods, vaginal/bladder changes, decreased fertility, bone density loss, elevated LDL cholesterol, and sleep disturbances

  • Department of Human Services must seek a State plan amendment or federal waiver from CMS if needed; coverage takes effect 30 days after federal approval is published in the Pennsylvania Bulletin

Legislative Description

In public assistance, providing for medical assistance coverage for menopause treatments.

Last Action

Referred to Human Services

4/30/2025

Committee Referrals

Human Services4/30/2025

Full Bill Text

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