This bill mandates that Medicaid and the Plan First program provide coverage for fertility preservation services for individuals experiencing iatrogenic infertility due to medically necessary treatments, such as surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy. It defines "iatrogenic infertility" and outlines what constitutes "standard fertility preservation services," which includes procedures like the storage of sperm, oocytes, embryos, and cryopreserved ovarian tissue, in line with established medical practices. The legislation ensures that coverage for these services is not influenced by the beneficiary's expected length of life, disability, or personal characteristics, and prohibits providers from charging additional fees for covered services.

Additionally, the bill requires the Commissioner of Human Services to seek any necessary state plan amendments or waivers to implement these provisions and secure federal financial participation for Medicaid expenditures. It also mandates the adoption of rules and regulations in accordance with the "Administrative Procedure Act" to facilitate the implementation of the act. Overall, this legislation aims to improve access to fertility preservation services for low-to-moderate income patients facing reproductive health challenges due to medical treatments.

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Introduced: 30:4D-6