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TX SB1747
Bill
Status
2/28/2025
Primary Sponsor
Carol Alvarado
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AI Summary
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Prohibits health benefit plans from imposing cost-sharing requirements (deductibles, copayments, or coinsurance) on screening mammograms, diagnostic imaging, and supplemental breast examinations
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Expands the definition of "diagnostic imaging" to include contrast-enhanced mammography, diagnostic mammography, breast ultrasound, breast MRI, and molecular breast imaging, as determined by National Comprehensive Cancer Network guidelines
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Creates a new category of "supplemental breast examination" for patients with risk factors such as personal or family medical history, or dense breast tissue, even when no abnormality has been detected
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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, with provisions allowing state agencies to delay implementation if federal waivers or authorizations are required
Legislative Description
Relating to coverage for screening mammograms, diagnostic imaging, and supplemental breast examinations under certain health benefit plans.
Insurance
Last Action
Referred to Health & Human Services
3/13/2025