This bill enacts new provisions in Louisiana law to ensure coverage for perimenopausal and menopausal care. It mandates that health insurance issuers provide coverage for medically necessary treatments related to menopause and perimenopause without requiring prior authorization or subjecting patients to step-therapy protocols for hormone replacement therapy. Additionally, the Louisiana Department of Health is tasked with making Medicaid coverage available for women experiencing menopausal symptoms, which include irregular menstrual periods, hot flashes, and sleep disruptions, among others.

The bill also outlines the eligibility criteria for Medicaid coverage, specifying that individuals must be enrolled in the Louisiana Medicaid program and have a licensed healthcare provider certify the medical necessity of the treatment. Healthcare facilities providing such care must comply with state and federal guidelines. The Louisiana Department of Health is authorized to seek federal approval for necessary Medicaid waivers and to implement the provisions of this legislation through rule promulgation.