New Jersey S2448 requires health insurance coverage for certain obesity treatments.

New Jersey S2448 mandates that health insurance carriers cover certain obesity treatments. These treatments include preventive care, nutrition counseling, behavioral therapy, bariatric surgery, and anti-obesity medication. The bill applies to various health insurance policies and contracts in New Jersey, ensuring that these treatments are provided to the same extent as for any other medical condition. The definition of "anti-obesity medication" is specified as any medication approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration for chronic weight management in patients with obesity.

New Jersey S2448 requires health insurance coverage for certain obesity treatments.

New Jersey S2448 mandates that health insurance carriers cover certain obesity treatments. These treatments include preventive care, nutrition counseling, behavioral therapy, bariatric surgery, and anti-obesity medication. The bill applies to various health insurance policies and contracts in New Jersey, ensuring that these treatments are provided to the same extent as for any other medical condition. The definition of "anti-obesity medication" is specified as any medication approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration for chronic weight management in patients with obesity.