HB5001

Illinois HB5001 mandates insurers to cover mammograms for women starting at age 30, annual mammograms for women aged 40 and older, and additional.

HB5001 amends the Illinois Insurance Code to require insurers to provide coverage for mammograms starting at age 30, with annual screenings for women aged 40 and older. It also mandates coverage for women under 40 with a family history of breast cancer or other risk factors. The bill includes provisions for baseline mammograms, annual screenings, and additional diagnostic tests like MRIs and ultrasounds when medically necessary. Insurers must cover these services at no cost to the insured and without applying annual or lifetime maximum benefits. The bill takes effect on January 1, 2027.