Nevada AB234 requires Medicaid coverage for lung, prostate, and colon cancer screenings.

Nevada AB234 amends Medicaid coverage to include screenings for lung, prostate, and colon cancer. The bill mandates the Department of Health and Human Services to apply for necessary waivers or amendments to the State Plan for Medicaid to secure federal funding for these screenings. The Department is also required to cooperate with federal authorities and manage state programs for persons with developmental disabilities. The bill becomes effective upon passage and approval, with specific sections taking effect on January 1, 2026.

Nevada AB234 requires Medicaid coverage for lung, prostate, and colon cancer screenings.

Nevada AB234 amends Medicaid coverage to include screenings for lung, prostate, and colon cancer. The bill mandates the Department of Health and Human Services to apply for necessary waivers or amendments to the State Plan for Medicaid to secure federal funding for these screenings. The Department is also required to cooperate with federal authorities and manage state programs for persons with developmental disabilities. The bill becomes effective upon passage and approval, with specific sections taking effect on January 1, 2026.