Minnesota HF4142 prohibits medical assistance coverage for prescription drugs used solely for weight loss.

Minnesota HF4142 amends the state's medical assistance program to prohibit coverage of prescription drugs used solely for weight loss. The bill also mandates the commissioner of human services to notify enrollees, prescribers, and pharmacists of any formulary changes within ten days. Additionally, the commissioner must submit an annual report to relevant legislative committees detailing the effects of formulary changes, including the number of changes, reasons, and fiscal impacts. The changes take effect January 1, 2027, or upon federal approval, whichever is later.

Minnesota HF4142 prohibits medical assistance coverage for prescription drugs used solely for weight loss.

Minnesota HF4142 amends the state's medical assistance program to prohibit coverage of prescription drugs used solely for weight loss. The bill also mandates the commissioner of human services to notify enrollees, prescribers, and pharmacists of any formulary changes within ten days. Additionally, the commissioner must submit an annual report to relevant legislative committees detailing the effects of formulary changes, including the number of changes, reasons, and fiscal impacts. The changes take effect January 1, 2027, or upon federal approval, whichever is later.