A2604

Requires private health insurers, SHBP, SEHBP, Medicaid, and NJ FamilyCare to cover wigs under certain circumstances.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A2604 mandates coverage for wigs by private insurers, SHBP, SEHBP, Medicaid, and NJ FamilyCare for those prescribed by a licensed.

New Jersey A2604 requires private health insurers, the State Health Benefits Program (SHBP), the School Employees Health Benefits Program (SEHBP), Medicaid, and NJ FamilyCare to cover wigs under specific conditions. Coverage applies when a subscriber is prescribed a wig by a licensed dermatologist, oncologist, or attending physician, who must also certify its medical necessity as part of rehabilitative treatment for a diagnosed illness, chronic medical condition, or injury.

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Where it stands

Current
Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee