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SB 155 Original 2026 Regular Session Talbot
Present law requires healthcare insurance provide coverage for treatments related to cancer.
Proposed law retains present law.
Proposed law requires healthcare insurance provide coverage for medically necessary dental procedures for an insured diagnosed with cancer.
Proposed law requires coverage for certain procedures medically necessary to reduce or eliminate infection or to treat tooth loss or decay prior to or as a result of cancer treatment.
Proposed law requires coverage for laboratory assessments, medications, and treatments.
Proposed law requires coverage for an obturator for treatment of an insured with a defective oral cavity when medically necessary as a result of cancer treatment.
Proposed law clarifies that a healthcare insurer is not required to provide coverage for routine dental care.
Effective upon signature of the governor or lapse of time for gubernatorial action.
(Adds R.S. 22:1077.5)