Requires health insurers, SHBP and SEHBP to provide coverage for diagnosis, evaluation and treatment of lymphedema.
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Overview
This bill requires New Jersey’s State Health Benefits Program (SHBP) and State Employees Health Benefits Program (SEHBP) to cover the diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment of lymphedema. Lymphedema is a condition that causes swelling, usually in the arms or legs, due to a buildup of lymph fluid. The bill aims to ensure that individuals enrolled in these state health insurance programs have access to necessary medical care for this condition. It seeks to improve healthcare equity and outcomes for those affected by lymphedema.
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