On Mar. 28, WAS LEG passed bill re coverage of preventive services.
WAS LEG passed HB 1957 on coverage of preventative services without cost-sharing.
Bill amended WAS INS 48.43.047 on minimum coverage for preventative services.
Bill Provisions
A non-grandfathered health plan issued on or after bill effective date must provide coverage for certain preventative services as guidelines existed on Jan. 8, 2024.
Including immunizations for routine use in children, adolescents, and adults.
As well as evidence-informed preventative care and screenings for individuals, additional preventative care services for women not listed with rating of A or B.
Non-grandfathered plan is no longer required to provide coverage for services.
On an annual basis, health carrier must determine whether any additional items or services must be covered without cost-sharing requirements or no longer covered.
Legislative History
On Dec. 15, 2023, bill was introduced in House; on Feb. 8, 2024, bill passed House.
On Feb. 12, 2024, bill was introduced in Senate; on Feb. 27, 2024, bill passed Senate.
On Mar. 28, 2024, bill signed by governor, bill became Chapter 314 of 2024 laws.
Effectiveness
Bill provisions become effective Jun. 6, 2024.
Regulators
WAS LEG
Entity Types
Ins
Reference
Ch. 314, Bill HB1957, 3/28/2024; Citation: WAS INS 48.43.047;
