This bill aims to amend the Code of West Virginia by adding two new sections, 33-15-4a and 33-16-3a, which mandate health insurance coverage for scalp cooling systems used during cancer chemotherapy treatment. Insurers that provide coverage for cancer chemotherapy must also include coverage for these scalp cooling systems, which are defined as devices designed to cool the human scalp to prevent or reduce hair loss during treatment. The bill allows for coverage to be subject to annual deductibles, coinsurance, and copayments, as determined by the commissioner and consistent with other benefits in the policy.

The introduction of these sections emphasizes the importance of preserving hair for patients undergoing chemotherapy, recognizing the psychological and emotional impact of hair loss. By ensuring that scalp cooling systems are covered, the bill seeks to enhance the quality of life for cancer patients in West Virginia during their treatment process.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 33-15-4a, 33-16-3a