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HB 211

An Act amending the act of December 20, 1996 (P.L.1492, No.191), known as the Medical Foods Insurance Coverage Act, further providing for declaration of policy.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Tim Brennan and 24 co-sponsors

Pennsylvania updates its medical foods insurance coverage law's policy declaration, potentially affecting insurer obligations to cover specialized prescription nutritional products for patients with specific diseases.

Act No. 8 of 2025
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Bill Summary · HB 211

Legislative bill overview

HB 211 amends Pennsylvania's 1996 Medical Foods Insurance Coverage Act by revising its declaration of policy section. The bill updates the foundational statement of legislative intent regarding insurance coverage for medical foods, though the specific policy changes are not detailed in the available information about the amendment.

Why is this important

Medical foods are specialized nutritional products prescribed by physicians for patients with specific diseases or conditions (such as phenylketonuria or maple syrup urine disease). Insurance coverage determinations for these products directly affect patient access and family finances, making policy clarity in this area consequential for vulnerable populations requiring these treatments.

Potential points of contention

  • The amendment's specific policy changes are unclear from the available summary, making it difficult to assess whether coverage will expand, contract, or remain neutral
  • Medical food costs can be substantial; any policy shift could significantly impact whether insurers must cover these products or can deny coverage
  • The relationship between updated policy language and actual insurance company practices may create implementation gaps if the amendment lacks specific enforcement mechanisms

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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