S.4188

Requires SHBP, SEHBP, and NJ FamilyCare to cover kidney disease education services; Requires DOH to develop policies and procedures regarding kidney disease education services.

Introduced·5/11/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey S4188 mandates coverage for kidney disease education services by SHBP, SEHBP, and NJ FamilyCare.

New Jersey S4188 requires the State Health Benefits Program, the School Employees Health Benefits Program, and the NJ FamilyCare program to cover kidney disease education services. These services include comprehensive information about managing comorbidities, preventing complications, and options for renal replacement therapy. The Commissioner of Health must develop policies and procedures for these services, ensuring beneficiaries can actively participate in choosing their treatment.

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Current
Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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Sponsors

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History

May 11

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee