New Jersey S3320 would require Medicaid to cover emergency contraception without a prescription or authorization.

New Jersey S3320 would require Medicaid to cover emergency contraception obtained over the counter without a prescription or other authorization. This change aims to provide greater access to contraceptives by eliminating the need for unnecessary visits to a provider to obtain a prescription. The Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services in the Department of Human Services would implement this change, requiring Medicaid managed care organizations to include coverage for emergency contraceptives without a prescription in their contracts.

New Jersey S3320 would require Medicaid to cover emergency contraception without a prescription or authorization.

New Jersey S3320 would require Medicaid to cover emergency contraception obtained over the counter without a prescription or other authorization. This change aims to provide greater access to contraceptives by eliminating the need for unnecessary visits to a provider to obtain a prescription. The Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services in the Department of Human Services would implement this change, requiring Medicaid managed care organizations to include coverage for emergency contraceptives without a prescription in their contracts.