The bill mandates that health benefit plans in Alabama that cover breast examinations, including mammography, must do so without imposing any cost-sharing requirements such as deductibles, copayments, or coinsurance on the beneficiaries. This applies to both diagnostic breast examinations, which are necessary to evaluate abnormalities, and supplemental breast examinations, which are recommended based on personal or family medical history or other risk factors. The bill defines key terms related to health benefit plans and the types of breast examinations covered.

The legislation will take effect on January 1, 2027, and aims to ensure that individuals seeking breast cancer screenings and evaluations can access these services without financial barriers. The bill does not include any deletions from current law but introduces new provisions to enhance coverage for breast health services.