New Jersey S494 mandates health insurance coverage for scalp cooling systems during cancer chemotherapy.
New Jersey S494 requires health insurance carriers to cover scalp cooling systems used in cancer chemotherapy treatment. These systems are devices that cool the scalp to prevent or reduce hair loss. The bill applies to various health insurance plans, including those for hospitals, medical services, small employers, individuals, and groups. Additionally, it mandates that physicians inform patients about scalp cooling therapy before starting chemotherapy and document this discussion in the patient's medical record. The act takes effect 180 days after enactment.
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