Requires hospitals to provide breast cancer patients with information concerning reconstructive surgery; prohibits certain provisions in managed care plan contracts.
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Overview
This bill requires New Jersey hospitals that treat breast cancer patients to provide them with written information about their right to consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon regarding reconstructive surgery options. It also prohibits managed care contracts from restricting healthcare providers’ ability to recommend these surgeons to patients and prevents denials of reconstructive surgery coverage based solely on the surgeon’s network affiliation. The bill aims to ensure patients have access to comprehensive care and informed choices throughout their breast cancer treatment journey.
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Joseph Lagana
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