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RI S2890

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/4/2026

Primary Sponsor

Lori Urso

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires group health insurers to cover medically necessary hormone therapy for menopause induced by hysterectomy and menopausal symptoms recommended by a qualified Rhode Island-licensed provider
  • Coverage mandate applies to policies amended, delivered, issued, or renewed on or after January 1, 2027
  • Covered treatments must include all FDA-approved hormonal and non-hormonal administration methods including oral, transdermal, topical, and vaginal rings
  • Therapy must be proven safe and effective in peer-reviewed scientific studies to qualify for coverage
  • Applies across multiple insurance types: accident and sickness policies, nonprofit hospital service corporations, nonprofit medical service corporations, and health maintenance organizations

Legislative Description

Mandates health insurance coverage for medically necessary hormonal and non-hormonal therapy to treat menopausal symptoms if the therapy is recommended by a qualified health care provider licensed in RI and it has been proven safe and effective.

Insurance

Last Action

Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services

3/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Health and Human Services3/4/2026

Full Bill Text

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