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WV HB4760

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/22/2026

Primary Sponsor

Adam Burkhammer

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires health insurance carriers in West Virginia to cover and reimburse costs for dietary supplements and nutrition prescriptions when recommended by a physician and shown to be beneficial to the enrollee's health

  • Defines "dietary supplement" consistent with the federal Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994, including vitamins, minerals, herbs, botanicals, amino acids, probiotics, and other substances in pill, capsule, tablet, liquid, gummy, or powder form

  • Covers "nutritional wellness and prevention" measures intended to enhance health, improve nutritional intake, strengthen immune function, address specific health needs, and aid in disease resistance

  • Directs the Insurance Commission to create and maintain an approved list of covered dietary supplements and nutrition prescriptions, with updates required at least annually

  • Applies to all insurance policies, contracts, and certificates executed, delivered, issued, continued, or renewed in West Virginia

Legislative Description

Requiring insurance to cover certain nutrition and dietary needs

Insurance

Last Action

To House Finance

2/17/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance2/17/2026
Health & Human Resources1/22/2026

Full Bill Text

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