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HB 285

An Act relating to insurance; relating to mammograms; and providing for an effective date.

33rd Legislature (2023-2024) Introduced by Jamie Allard and 8 co-sponsors

HB 285 establishes or modifies Alaska insurance requirements for mammogram coverage and breast cancer screening procedures.

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Bill Summary · HB 285

Legislative bill overview

HB 285 modifies Alaska's insurance regulations regarding mammogram coverage and related screening requirements. The bill was introduced with bipartisan sponsorship but details of specific coverage mandates are not fully outlined in the available action history.

Why is this important

Mammogram coverage requirements affect healthcare access and costs for breast cancer screening, particularly impacting women's preventive care. Insurance mandates influence both premium costs and patient out-of-pocket expenses for an important diagnostic procedure.

Potential points of contention

  • Age and frequency requirements: Disagreement over what ages should be covered and how often screenings should be mandated (annual vs. biennial for average-risk women)
  • Cost allocation: Whether insurance companies, employers, or patients bear the financial burden of expanded coverage
  • Medical evidence standards: Varying guidelines from organizations like USPSTF, AMA, and ACS on screening recommendations that may conflict with legislative mandates

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

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