Nevada SB354 prohibits health plans from requiring step therapy for HIV and hepatitis C drugs.

Nevada SB354 revises health insurance coverage to prohibit certain health plans from requiring step therapy for drugs that prevent or treat HIV and hepatitis C. Step therapy requires patients to try other drugs before using the one prescribed. The bill mandates coverage for FDA-approved drugs for HIV prevention and treatment, related lab tests, and services provided by primary care providers. It also requires reimbursement for pharmacists and advanced practice nurses for related services at rates equal to physicians. The changes apply to plans delivered or renewed after January 1, 2026.

Nevada SB354 prohibits health plans from requiring step therapy for HIV and hepatitis C drugs.

Nevada SB354 revises health insurance coverage to prohibit certain health plans from requiring step therapy for drugs that prevent or treat HIV and hepatitis C. Step therapy requires patients to try other drugs before using the one prescribed. The bill mandates coverage for FDA-approved drugs for HIV prevention and treatment, related lab tests, and services provided by primary care providers. It also requires reimbursement for pharmacists and advanced practice nurses for related services at rates equal to physicians. The changes apply to plans delivered or renewed after January 1, 2026.