Mandatory health insurance coverage for coronary artery calcium diagnostic testing upon recommendation of a health care provider.

New York S10480 amends the insurance law to mandate health insurance coverage for coronary artery calcium diagnostic testing upon the recommendation of a health care provider. This coverage applies to all medical, major medical, or similar comprehensive-type policies and contracts. The bill prohibits any patient cost sharing for these tests and ensures that the coverage is consistent with nationally recognized clinical practice guidelines for cardiovascular disease prevention. The act takes effect on January 1, 2027.

Mandatory health insurance coverage for coronary artery calcium diagnostic testing upon recommendation of a health care provider.

New York S10480 amends the insurance law to mandate health insurance coverage for coronary artery calcium diagnostic testing upon the recommendation of a health care provider. This coverage applies to all medical, major medical, or similar comprehensive-type policies and contracts. The bill prohibits any patient cost sharing for these tests and ensures that the coverage is consistent with nationally recognized clinical practice guidelines for cardiovascular disease prevention. The act takes effect on January 1, 2027.