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TX SB1688
Bill
Status
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jose Menendez
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AI Summary
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Requires health benefit plans that cover FDA-approved contraception to also cover evidence-based anxiety and pain management for the insertion and removal of contraceptive devices
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Mandated coverage includes prescription antianxiety medication, minimal and moderate sedation, local anesthesia, topical anesthetics, and paracervical blocks
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Prohibits insurers from imposing cost-sharing requirements (deductibles, coinsurance), utilization review, step therapy, or other restrictions or delays on this coverage
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Applies to health benefit plans delivered, issued, or renewed on or after January 1, 2026
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Takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to health benefit plan coverage of anxiety and pain management in connection with prescription contraceptive devices.
Insurance
Last Action
Referred to Health & Human Services
3/11/2025