HB5241

Relating to insurance coverage for breast cancer screening

Introduced·2/5/26
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West Virginia HB5241 mandates insurance coverage for breast cancer screenings, including mammograms and ultrasounds, for women aged 30 and over.

West Virginia HB5241 requires insurance policies to cover breast cancer screenings, including baseline mammograms for women aged 30 to 40 and annual mammograms for women aged 40 and over. It also mandates coverage for comprehensive ultrasound screenings for women with dense breast tissue or those at increased risk due to family history or genetic testing. Additionally, the bill requires coverage for human papilloma virus (HPV) tests for women aged 18 and over when medically appropriate. The bill applies to all insurance policies issued on or after January 1, 2026.

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History

Feb 5

House

Filed for introduction

Feb 5

House

To Finance

Feb 5

House

Introduced in House