Requires SHBP, SEHBP, Medicaid, and NJ FamilyCare to cover anti-obesity medications.

This bill mandates that the State Health Benefits Program, the School Employees Health Benefits Program, the State Medicaid program, and the NJ FamilyCare program cover anti-obesity medications. Coverage is contingent upon a diagnosis of obesity or an obesity-related medical condition from a certified health care provider and a prescription from a licensed physician, physician’s assistant, or advanced practice nurse. The medication must be dispensed by an approved pharmacy. The bill aims to address obesity-related health problems and associated medical costs.

Requires SHBP, SEHBP, Medicaid, and NJ FamilyCare to cover anti-obesity medications.

This bill mandates that the State Health Benefits Program, the School Employees Health Benefits Program, the State Medicaid program, and the NJ FamilyCare program cover anti-obesity medications. Coverage is contingent upon a diagnosis of obesity or an obesity-related medical condition from a certified health care provider and a prescription from a licensed physician, physician’s assistant, or advanced practice nurse. The medication must be dispensed by an approved pharmacy. The bill aims to address obesity-related health problems and associated medical costs.