On May 29, 2025, COL LEG governor signed bill SB 25-296 into law, eff. Aug. 6, 2025.
On May 8, COL LEG passed bill on breast cancer screening coverage.
COL LEG passed SB 25-296 re insurance coverage for breast cancer examinations.
Amends COL INS 10-16-104 by adding language around preventative screens.
Bill Provisions
Requires coverage for annual screenings for individuals with at least one risk factor.
Mandates coverage for diagnostic and supplemental breast imaging, including MRI, ultrasound, and contrast enhanced mammography when deemed medically necessary.
Prohibits cost-sharing for preventive, diagnostic, and supplemental breast imaging.
Clarifies that coverage must include diagnostic exams following abnormal findings and supplemental exams based on personal and family history, dense breast tissue findings
Broadens definition of imaging, includes any noninvasive imaging modality by provider.
Legislative History
On Apr. 15, 2025, bill introduced into Senate; on Feb. 28, 2025, bill passed Senate.
On Feb. 28, 2025, bill introduced into House; on May 2, 2025, bill passed House.
On May 8, 2025, Senate concurred amendments; on May 8, 2025, sent to governor.
Effectiveness
If enacted, takes effect at 12:01 a.m. on the day after expiration of the 90-day period after final adjournment on May 7, with effectiveness beginning on Aug. 6, 2025.
May 2025 COL LEG Governor Approval
On May 29, 2025, COL LEG governor signed bill SB 25-296 into law, eff. Aug. 6, 2025.
Regulators
COL LEG
Entity Types
Ins
Reference
Act, 5/29/2025; Bill SB25-296, 5/8/2025; Citation: COL INS 10-16-104;
