The proposed bill introduces the Oral Health and Cancer Rights Act, which mandates that all health benefit plans in West Virginia provide coverage for medically necessary dental procedures resulting from cancer treatments. This includes a wide range of services such as evaluations, examinations, patient education, laboratory assessments, and various treatments aimed at restoring functions related to eating, breathing, voice, speech, and swallowing. The bill specifies that these procedures must be billed using a designated billing modifier, "West Virginia Code 33-64-1," to signify eligibility for coverage.

Additionally, the bill establishes that the provisions will take effect on July 1, 2026, and will apply to all health insurance contracts that are not exempt from the Affordable Care Act. It aims to ensure comprehensive oral health care for cancer patients, thereby enhancing their overall treatment and recovery experience.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 33-64-1