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RI S2864
Bill
Status
3/4/2026
Primary Sponsor
Lammis Vargas
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AI Summary
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Requires all individual and group health insurance plans in Rhode Island to cover follow-up screening and diagnostic services for lung cancer with no copayments or deductibles, effective January 1, 2027
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Coverage must be provided when recommended by a health care provider and consistent with nationally recognized clinical practice guidelines for lung cancer detection
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Exception allows deductibles to be applied for health plans paired with federally qualified health savings accounts (HSAs) under 26 U.S.C. § 223
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Permits insurers to use medical management and utilization review, including preauthorization, to ensure services align with clinical guidelines
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Applies to multiple insurance categories: accident and sickness policies, nonprofit hospital service corporations, nonprofit medical service corporations, and health maintenance organizations
Legislative Description
Mandates health insurance coverage by eliminating out-of-pocket costs for lung cancer screenings in order to enable patients to get the critical care they need without delay.
Insurance
Last Action
Withdrawn at sponsor's request
3/6/2026