Permits clinical laboratories to provide certain patients discounts without affecting NJ FamilyCare reimbursement rates or violating NJ FamilyCare rebate prohibitions.
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Overview
This bill allows clinical laboratories in New Jersey to offer discounts to certain patients without jeopardizing NJ FamilyCare reimbursement rates or violating rebate regulations. It addresses concerns that the current system hinders access to care for vulnerable patients by allowing labs to charge lower prices for drug screenings to uninsured or financially struggling individuals. The bill establishes guidelines for determining financial hardship and ensures that discounts don’t negatively impact reimbursement rates or trigger rebate prohibitions. It also modifies existing regulations to align with the new discount policy.
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