Nevada AB522 revises health insurance coverage requirements.

Nevada AB522 revises health insurance coverage requirements, aligning with federal law. It mandates coverage for dependent children until age 26, prohibits discrimination based on gender identity or expression, and requires coverage for various preventive health services. These include screenings for breast and colorectal cancer, sexually transmitted diseases, and other conditions. The bill also restricts insurers from imposing higher costs or conditions for these services. It applies to both public and private health insurance policies, including Medicaid.

Nevada AB522 revises health insurance coverage requirements.

Nevada AB522 revises health insurance coverage requirements, aligning with federal law. It mandates coverage for dependent children until age 26, prohibits discrimination based on gender identity or expression, and requires coverage for various preventive health services. These include screenings for breast and colorectal cancer, sexually transmitted diseases, and other conditions. The bill also restricts insurers from imposing higher costs or conditions for these services. It applies to both public and private health insurance policies, including Medicaid.