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Committee releases bill aimed at preventing coverage gaps for maintenance medications The Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee amended and released AB434, which would prohibit certain state plans from denying maintenance medications solely because of changes in plan or pharmacy benefit manager. Health-plan representatives sought clarifying amendments to limit the mandate to clinically stabilized patients.

New Jersey is taking a bold step to ensure that patients with chronic conditions won’t lose access to their essential medications due to insurance changes!

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Committee hears support and operational concerns for hospital flu-vaccine offer bill House Bill 2,122 would require hospitals to offer influenza vaccines to inpatients aged 65+ and inpatients with chronic conditions from October–March (starting 07/01/2027); clinicians and patient groups supported the public-health rationale while hospitals warned of unfunded operational costs and sought clarifying amendments.

House Bill 2,122 aims to protect vulnerable patients by requiring hospitals to offer flu vaccinations to seniors and those with chronic conditions, but it faces pushback over operational costs and practicality.

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Rheumatologist and physician witnesses say PBM practices are delaying care; call for transparency and 'delinking' of PBM pay from list price Dr. Joseph Neshawat, a Baton Rouge rheumatologist testifying for the Coalition of State Rheumatology Organizations, told the council PBM practices — formulary changes, forced switches and mail‑order mandates — are causing delays and access problems for patients and urged stronger transparency and compensation delinking.

Dr. Joseph Neshawat warns that harmful PBM practices are delaying access to vital medications for patients with chronic conditions, risking their health and safety.

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Chino Valley schools add nurses; district highlights diabetes care, screenings and billing efforts School district leaders reported a new grant-funded registered nurse at Chino Valley High School and said all four campuses now have health-office coverage; nurses discussed diabetes caseloads, vision/hearing screening completion and efforts to pursue Medicaid/Medicare reimbursement.

Chino Valley Unified School District has boosted student health services with a new grant-funded nurse, expanding vital care and support for chronic conditions across all campuses.

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Nevada mandates insurance coverage for HIV and hepatitis C medications Insurers must cover all FDA-approved drugs for HIV and hepatitis C treatment starting 2027.

Nevada is set to change the game for HIV and hepatitis C patients by mandating comprehensive insurance coverage for all FDA-approved treatments—will this shape the future of healthcare access?

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Senate passes health insurance reforms limiting insulin costs and ensuring access to asthma drugs Senate introduces reforms capping insulin costs and ensuring asthma medication access without prior authorization.

Vermont's Senate Bill 30 is poised to revolutionize healthcare by capping insulin costs at just $100 a month and ensuring easy access to asthma medications, but not everyone is on board.

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Maryland enacts Senate Bill 646 to regulate insulin analogs starting January 2026 Senate Bill 646 mandates regulations on insulin analogs effective January 1, 2026.

Maryland's Senate Bill 646 promises to revolutionize insulin access for diabetics by mandating insurance coverage for essential medications starting in 2026!

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Connecticut reports 80% savings for Medicaid recipients on prescription drugs Medicaid recipients in Connecticut use discount cards for chronic condition medications and insulin.

New Hampshire legislators are exploring a powerful prescription savings card that could slash medication costs by up to 80% for those in need.

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New Mexico legislators propose bill for diabetic foot ulcer treatment coverage Legislators introduce bill amending insurance code to cover diabetic foot ulcer treatments.

New Mexico's House Bill 233 could revolutionize diabetes care by mandating insurance coverage for essential treatments that prevent severe complications like amputations.

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New Mexico mandates diabetes coverage in health insurance contracts New law ensures comprehensive diabetes care coverage in health maintenance organization contracts

New Mexico is taking a bold step to ensure comprehensive healthcare coverage for individuals with diabetes, potentially transforming the lives of thousands.

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Health agencies approve new diabetes management equipment and supplies list Agencies approve essential diabetes supplies for patients enrolled in designated health care plans.

New Mexico's House Bill 233 could revolutionize diabetes management by ensuring essential supplies are covered under health care plans, tackling a critical gap in accessibility.

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New diabetes care benefits mandate affordable insulin and treatment supplies Legislation mandates coverage for diabetes treatment ensuring affordable insulin for patients

New Mexico's House Bill 233 could revolutionize diabetes care by capping insulin costs at just $25 a month, making essential treatment more accessible for all!

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Oklahoma House Bill 1811 extends prior authorization validity for chronic condition treatments House Bill 1811 modifies prior authorization timeframe for chronic care in Oklahoma.

Oklahoma's House Bill 1811 is set to revolutionize health care access for chronic condition patients by extending prior authorization validity to six months—could this be the key to better health outcomes?

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Montana legislature mandates health insurance coverage for dependents of fallen first responders Montana plans to ensure insurance coverage for families of deceased peace officers and firefighters.

Montana's Senate Bill 244 could revolutionize healthcare for state employees and their families by ensuring essential diabetes management tools and mental health screenings are covered without out-of-pocket costs.

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Tennessee passes Senate Bill 610 to expand coverage for continuous glucose monitoring Tennessee amends laws to ensure CGM coverage for diabetes patients under TennCare.

Tennessee's groundbreaking Senate Bill 610 is poised to transform diabetes care by ensuring insurance coverage for life-saving continuous glucose monitors for those in dire need.

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Mississippi legislators introduce bill for transparent step therapy process in health plans Senate Bill 2069 mandates clear protocols for health plans regarding CRF-COPD treatment requests.

Mississippi's new Senate Bill 2069 could revolutionize access to critical treatments for chronic respiratory failure by mandating faster exception requests and greater transparency from health plans.

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