This bill proposes several updates to the Arizona Revised Statutes, specifically focusing on health care coverage related to genetic testing and counseling for cancer risk. It mandates that hospital service corporations, medical service corporations, health care services organizations, and disability insurers provide coverage for genetic counseling and testing under specific circumstances, such as when increased screening is necessary based on national comprehensive cancer network guidelines. The coverage is to be made available without any cost-sharing requirements, such as deductibles or coinsurance, and must be accessible through the provider networks of the respective organizations.

Additionally, the bill introduces definitions for key terms such as "BRCA genes," "genetic test for cancer risk," and "germline mutation testing," which clarify the scope of the required coverage. It also outlines the responsibilities of primary care providers in assessing patients for hereditary cancer risks and ensuring appropriate referrals for genetic counseling and testing. The act is named the "Donna Hicks and Clarissa Amparano Act," emphasizing its focus on improving cancer risk assessment and management through genetic services.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 20-841.14, 20-1057.21, 20-1376.11, 20-1406.11, 32-3230.03, 36-2907.17