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PA HB1827
Bill
Status
9/2/2025
Primary Sponsor
Melissa Shusterman
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AI Summary
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Requires Pennsylvania health insurance policies to cover osteoporosis prevention, testing, and treatment for individuals who have reached menopause, including bone mineral density testing, FDA-approved drugs and devices, and hormonal/nonhormonal treatments
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Mandates coverage or reimbursement for preventative measures including prescribed dietary supplements, weight training or personal training services, and physical therapy
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Directs the Department of Human Services to provide medical assistance (Medicaid) coverage for osteoporosis screenings and treatments for eligible recipients who have reached menopause, subject to federal approval
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Addresses the gap between average menopause onset (age 51) and current bone density screening recommendations (age 65+), noting that up to 20% of bone loss occurs in the first five years of menopause
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Takes effect 90 days after enactment, with insurance policy requirements applying to new filings or policies issued/renewed 180 days after the effective date
Legislative Description
Providing for medical assistance coverage and insurance coverage of screening, prevention and treatment measures for osteoporosis as a result of menopause.
Last Action
Referred to Insurance
9/2/2025