Washington HB2242 clarifies state authority and definitions to preserve access to preventive services.

Washington HB2242 aims to preserve access to preventive health services by clarifying state authority and definitions. The bill mandates that nongrandfathered health plans cover preventive services recommended by the United States Preventive Services Task Force and the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. It also requires coverage of immunizations recommended by the Department of Health. The bill outlines the process for determining the cost of vaccines and the role of the Washington Vaccine Association in funding these vaccines.

Washington HB2242 clarifies state authority and definitions to preserve access to preventive services.

Washington HB2242 aims to preserve access to preventive health services by clarifying state authority and definitions. The bill mandates that nongrandfathered health plans cover preventive services recommended by the United States Preventive Services Task Force and the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. It also requires coverage of immunizations recommended by the Department of Health. The bill outlines the process for determining the cost of vaccines and the role of the Washington Vaccine Association in funding these vaccines.