Minnesota SF5142 requires health plans to cover medical services and prescription medications for dementia treatment.

Minnesota SF5142 mandates that health plans cover all medical services and FDA-approved prescription medications for treating or slowing dementia progression. It also requires coverage for diagnostic tests to assess the effectiveness of these treatments. The bill modifies step therapy requirements for medical assistance and sets criteria for prior authorization of certain drugs. It prohibits prior authorization for drugs approved for HIV and AIDS treatment or prevention. The provisions take effect January 1, 2027.

Minnesota SF5142 requires health plans to cover medical services and prescription medications for dementia treatment.

Minnesota SF5142 mandates that health plans cover all medical services and FDA-approved prescription medications for treating or slowing dementia progression. It also requires coverage for diagnostic tests to assess the effectiveness of these treatments. The bill modifies step therapy requirements for medical assistance and sets criteria for prior authorization of certain drugs. It prohibits prior authorization for drugs approved for HIV and AIDS treatment or prevention. The provisions take effect January 1, 2027.