This bill mandates that health plans in Minnesota provide coverage for vasectomies, ensuring that these procedures are included in the definition of "contraceptive services." The existing language that excluded vasectomies from this definition has been deleted, thereby expanding the scope of covered contraceptive services. Additionally, the bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 256B.0625, to require the medical assistance program and MinnesotaCare to also cover vasectomies, aligning their coverage with that of health plans.

The bill includes effective dates for the new provisions, stating that the changes will take effect on January 1, 2026, for health plans and either on the same date or upon federal approval for medical assistance coverage. The amendments ensure that the coverage for vasectomies complies with existing regulations while allowing for exceptions that would not jeopardize federal funding or access to care for enrollees.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 62Q.522
1st Engrossment: 62Q.522, 256B.0625