An Act relative to epinephrine injectors
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill addresses health insurance coverage for epinephrine injectors, which are used to treat severe allergic reactions. It aims to ensure that individuals with allergies have access to these life-saving medications without facing significant financial barriers. The bill seeks to standardize coverage requirements across different insurance plans in Massachusetts. Specifically, it focuses on ensuring that epinephrine injectors are covered as a necessary medical treatment.
Key provisions
- Requires health insurance plans to cover epinephrine injectors.
- Establishes standards for coverage, including the frequency of refills.
- Addresses potential cost-sharing requirements for epinephrine injectors.
- Promotes equitable access to epinephrine injectors for individuals with allergies.
Who is affected
- Individuals with allergies
- Health insurance companies
- Healthcare providers
- Patients
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- Standardizes coverage requirements for epinephrine injectors across Massachusetts health plans.
- Potentially reduces out-of-pocket costs for individuals needing these medications.
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Sponsors
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7 on record
Primary sponsor
Bradley H. Jones Jr.
Cosponsors
Bradley H. Jones Jr.
Kimberly N. Ferguson
Patrick Joseph Kearney
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