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TX HB233
Bill
Status
11/12/2024
Primary Sponsor
Barbara Gervin-Hawkins
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AI Summary
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Requires health benefit plans to cover hair prostheses (wigs) for enrollees undergoing or who have undergone medical treatment for breast cancer, when determined appropriate by the treating physician to address treatment side effects
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Mandates a minimum benefit amount of $100 for a hair prosthesis or its repair/replacement, with coverage for repairs unless necessitated by misuse or loss by the enrollee
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Prohibits insurers from charging additional premiums for this coverage, though standard deductibles, copayments, and coinsurance may still apply
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Applies broadly to multiple plan types including standard health benefit plans, Medicaid and CHIP programs, school district group coverage, nonprofit agricultural organization health benefits, and self-funded plans sponsored by professional employer organizations
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Takes effect September 1, 2025, applying to health benefit plans delivered, issued, or renewed on or after January 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for hair prostheses for breast cancer patients.
Health
Last Action
Referred to Insurance
2/27/2025