Requires health insurance coverage for certain neurological diseases.
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- Introduced
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Overview
This bill requires health insurance plans – including hospital, medical, and health maintenance organizations – in New Jersey to cover the diagnosis and treatment costs for Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections (PANDAS) and Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS). Coverage must include specific therapies like antibiotics, medication, and behavioral treatments. The bill applies to contracts issued on or after the law’s effective date and ensures consistent coverage levels with other conditions.
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James Beach
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