HB1093 provides coverage for massage therapy under medical assistance plans in Washington.

HB1093 amends Washington's medical assistance plans to include coverage for massage therapy performed by licensed massage therapists. This coverage is intended as a nonpharmacological alternative for the treatment or management of pain, effective January 1, 2027. The bill also includes provisions for various other medical services and screenings, such as autism and developmental delays, depression screening for youth and mothers, and preventive colorectal cancer screening tests. The coverage is subject to the availability of appropriated funds.

HB1093 provides coverage for massage therapy under medical assistance plans in Washington.

HB1093 amends Washington's medical assistance plans to include coverage for massage therapy performed by licensed massage therapists. This coverage is intended as a nonpharmacological alternative for the treatment or management of pain, effective January 1, 2027. The bill also includes provisions for various other medical services and screenings, such as autism and developmental delays, depression screening for youth and mothers, and preventive colorectal cancer screening tests. The coverage is subject to the availability of appropriated funds.