Nevada SB246 requires health plans to allow women to access gynecological or obstetrical services without a referral from their primary care.

Nevada SB246 amends existing law to mandate that health plans, including those issued by managed care organizations, societies, and Medicaid, allow women to obtain gynecological or obstetrical services without needing a referral from their primary care physician. This requirement applies to health plans delivered, issued for delivery, or renewed on or after January 1, 2026. The bill also makes conforming changes to various sections of the Nevada Revised Statutes to reflect these new provisions.

Nevada SB246 requires health plans to allow women to access gynecological or obstetrical services without a referral from their primary care.

Nevada SB246 amends existing law to mandate that health plans, including those issued by managed care organizations, societies, and Medicaid, allow women to obtain gynecological or obstetrical services without needing a referral from their primary care physician. This requirement applies to health plans delivered, issued for delivery, or renewed on or after January 1, 2026. The bill also makes conforming changes to various sections of the Nevada Revised Statutes to reflect these new provisions.