SB 435
Requiring health policies cover oral health medical procedures due to side effect from cancer
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Bill overview
This bill requires health insurance policies in West Virginia to cover oral health medical procedures when those procedures are medically necessary as a result of cancer treatments. The coverage would include a range of services such as surgery, medications, and rehabilitation. The bill also mandates annual reporting to the legislature regarding the cost of this coverage expansion.
Key provisions
- Requires health benefit plans to cover oral health medical procedures related to cancer treatment side effects.
- Covers procedures including surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation.
- Includes coverage for evaluations, examinations, medications, and restorative treatments.
- Specifies reporting requirements for the Public Employees Insurance Agency and the Joint Committee on Government and Finance.
- Applies to policies issued or renewed on or after January 1, 2027.
Who is affected
- Health insurance policyholders in West Virginia
- Cancer patients in West Virginia
- Health insurance companies operating in West Virginia
- Public Employees Insurance Agency
- Individuals receiving cancer treatment
Notable changes
- Expands existing health insurance coverage to include oral health services for cancer treatment side effects.
- Addresses a specific medical need related to cancer treatment outcomes.
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