This bill amends Section 6 of P.L.1968, c.413 (C.30:4D-6) to mandate Medicaid 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 stipulates that coverage will include one fertility preservation cycle, with additional cycles covered if the initial attempt is unsuccessful. Importantly, eligibility for these benefits is protected from being influenced by a beneficiary's expected length of life, disability, or personal characteristics like age, gender, or marital status.

Furthermore, the bill establishes definitions for terms related to fertility preservation services and emphasizes that payments for these services will be made in full to providers, prohibiting any additional charges to recipients for services deemed medically unnecessary. The Commissioner of Human Services is tasked with applying for necessary state plan amendments or waivers to implement these provisions and secure federal funding for Medicaid expenditures. The bill is designed to enhance access to fertility preservation for those affected by infertility due to essential medical treatments and is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 30:4D-6