S.988

New Jersey S988 prohibits pre-approval or precertification of prenatal ultrasound screenings covered under health benefits plans.

New Jersey S988 prohibits health insurers, third party administrators, and the State Health Benefits Program and the School Employees’ Health Benefits Program from requiring pre-approval or precertification of prenatal ultrasound screenings covered under a health benefits plan. The screenings must be prescribed by a licensed health care provider. This act applies to health benefits plans issued or purchased on or after the effective date.