Rule detail : 251164

ARK LEG Mammograms, Ultrasound Ins

Published on: Apr 20, 2025

ARK LEG enacted bill SB 123 to amend mammogram, breast ultrasound coverage.
Measure amended ARK INS 23-79-140(a) to require insurance coverage of supplemental breast examinations when medically necessary with no cost-sharing.
Follows ARK LEG Mar. 2025 bill HB 1309 on breast cancer exams, see #246819.
Legislative History
On Jan. 27, 2025, bill was introduced in Senate; on Mar. 31, 2025, bill passed Senate.
On Mar. 31, 2025, bill was introduced in House; on Apr. 7, 2025, bill passed in House.
On Apr. 9, 2025, bill delivered to governor; on Apr. 14, 2025, notified bill is Act 553.
Effectiveness
Act effective 91 days after legislature adjourned sine die (May 5), so Aug. 4, 2025.

Regulators

ARK LEG

Entity Types

Ins

Reference

Bill SB123, Act 553, 4/14/2025; Citation: ARK INS 23-79-140;

Functions

Claims/Accelerated Benefits; Compliance; Legal; Product Administration

Countries

United States of America