This bill amends the New Jersey Medicaid program and the Plan First program to mandate 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 specifies that standard fertility preservation services will include procedures like the storage of sperm, oocytes, embryos, and cryopreserved ovarian tissue. The legislation emphasizes that coverage will be provided regardless of the beneficiary's expected length of life, disability, or personal characteristics, thereby promoting equitable access to reproductive health services.

Furthermore, the bill requires the Commissioner of Human Services to seek 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 act's implementation. Overall, the bill aims to improve access to essential fertility preservation services for low-to-moderate income patients, addressing a significant healthcare need for those at risk of infertility due to medical treatments.

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Introduced: 30:4D-6