Assembly Bill 755 amends current health insurance statutes to expand coverage requirements for health insurance policies and self-insured governmental health plans. Specifically, the bill mandates that these plans, which already provide coverage for certain contraceptives and related services, must also include coverage for sterilization procedures as well as patient education and counseling related to these services. The amendment modifies the existing language in the law by removing the condition that outpatient consultations and procedures must be covered only if they are included in other drug benefits under the policy.

The bill outlines its applicability, stating that it will take effect for policy or plan years beginning on the effective date of the legislation, with specific provisions for those affected by collective bargaining agreements. Additionally, it may require a social and financial impact report due to the new health insurance mandate. The effective date of the act is set for the first day of the fourth month following its publication.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 632.895(17)(b)2, 632.895