SB155

Louisiana SB155 requires healthcare insurers to cover certain dental procedures for cancer patients.

Louisiana SB155 mandates that healthcare insurers provide coverage for specific dental procedures related to cancer treatment. This includes fluoride treatments, procedures to reduce or eliminate infection, and treatments for tooth loss or decay. It also requires coverage for an obturator for patients with a defective oral cavity due to cancer treatment. The bill clarifies that insurers are not required to cover routine preventive dental care. The provisions apply to new policies issued after January 1, 2027, and existing policies must convert by January 1, 2028.