This bill mandates that health plans in Minnesota provide coverage for self-measured blood pressure monitoring devices and related services for enrollees diagnosed with uncontrolled hypertension. The coverage is limited to one device every three years and must include reimbursement for providers who train patients and manage blood pressure data. The new legal language is proposed under Minnesota Statutes, chapter 62Q, specifically in section [62Q.671], and the effective date for this coverage is set for January 1, 2026.

Additionally, the bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 256B.0625, subdivision 31, to include coverage for self-measured blood pressure monitoring devices and related services under medical assistance. This inclusion is marked by the insertion of new language in paragraph (k) of the subdivision, which also takes effect on January 1, 2026. The bill aims to enhance access to necessary health monitoring tools for individuals with hypertension, thereby improving health outcomes in this population.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 256B.0625