The bill S. 820 aims to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by adding Section 38-71-148, which establishes new definitions and requirements related to health insurance coverage for breast examinations. It defines terms such as "cost-sharing requirements," "diagnostic breast examinations," "health insurance policy," and "supplemental breast examination." The bill mandates that health insurance policies in South Carolina must cover diagnostic and supplemental breast examinations without imposing any cost-sharing requirements on the insured individuals.

Additionally, the bill outlines exceptions concerning the application of certain federal laws, particularly regarding Health Savings Accounts and high deductible health plans. It clarifies that the provisions of this section are supplementary to existing laws concerning health insurance coverage for mammograms. The act will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
01/15/2026: 38-71-148
Latest Version: 38-71-148