Preserving access to preventive services by clarifying state authority and definitions.

This bill aims to preserve access to evidence-based preventive health services for people in Washington state. It mandates that nongrandfathered health plans provide coverage for preventive services and immunizations as recommended by federal and state entities. The bill also outlines the process for determining the cost of vaccines and the method for assessing health carriers and third-party administrators. The Department of Health is tasked with issuing immunization recommendations and related guidance, considering expert opinions and federal rules.

Preserving access to preventive services by clarifying state authority and definitions.

This bill aims to preserve access to evidence-based preventive health services for people in Washington state. It mandates that nongrandfathered health plans provide coverage for preventive services and immunizations as recommended by federal and state entities. The bill also outlines the process for determining the cost of vaccines and the method for assessing health carriers and third-party administrators. The Department of Health is tasked with issuing immunization recommendations and related guidance, considering expert opinions and federal rules.