S.2844

Requires insurance coverage of diapers when medically necessary.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey S2844 mandates insurance coverage for diapers when medically necessary.

New Jersey S2844 requires insurance coverage for diapers when deemed medically necessary by a pediatrician or other medical doctor. This applies to various types of health insurance plans and contracts, including those issued by small employers, health service corporations, medical service corporations, hospital service corporations, and individual health insurance policies. The bill ensures that these benefits are provided without any prior authorization or other utilization management requirements.

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Where it stands

Current
Commerce Committee
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History

Jan 13

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee