Requires health benefits coverage for treatment of lipedema.
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed General Assembly
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- Became Law
Overview
This bill requires New Jersey health insurers to cover the costs of treating lipedema, a chronic condition characterized by abnormal fat accumulation. It mandates coverage for treatments like compression garments, manual lymphatic drainage, medical nutrition therapy, mental health care, and medically necessary lipectomy. The bill also establishes specific documentation requirements for diagnosis and surgeon recommendations, ensuring fair coverage decisions and aligning with existing prior authorization standards.
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Douglas Steinhardt
M. Ruiz
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