Bill

A 7339

Requires certain insurance policies to provide coverage for fertility preservation services

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Catalina Cruz and 9 co-sponsors

Requires certain New York health plans to cover fertility preservation services, reducing out-of-pocket costs for patients at risk of fertility loss.

REFERRED TO INSURANCE

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Bill Summary · A 7339

Summary of Assembly Bill A 7339

Overview

Bill A 7339 would require certain health insurance policies to provide coverage for fertility preservation services. Introduced on March 25, 2025, the measure is currently in the legislative referral stage, having been referred to the Assembly Committee on Insurance.

What the bill would do

Mandate coverage of fertility preservation services under specified insurance policies.
Apply to policies issued or delivered in New York, with the exact scope (which plans are covered, definitions, and how services are covered) determined by the bill’s text and any implementing regulations.
The objective is to reduce financial barriers for individuals who need fertility preservation, typically in the context of medical treatments or conditions that could impair fertility.

Key provisions (as currently outlined)

The bill establishes a requirement for certain insurance policies to cover fertility preservation services.
Specifics such as which policies are included, the covered services, cost-sharing (deductibles, copayments, coinsurance), maximums, and any exemptions or carve-outs would be defined in the enacted text.
Timing and implementation details (effective date, transition rules) would be specified by the bill and its implementing regulations if advanced.

Note: The provided materials do not include the full text, definitions, or enumerated services. The above reflects the bill’s stated intent and the typical structure of such coverage mandates.

Affected parties

Policyholders enrolled in covered health insurance plans.
Individuals undergoing medical treatments or facing conditions that place fertility at risk.
Health insurers and health maintenance organizations that issue subject policies.
Healthcare providers offering fertility preservation services.

Legislative status and timeline

Status: REFERRED TO INSURANCE (Assembly).
First introduced: March 25, 2025.
Legislative actions recorded: two identical entries dated March 25, 2025, both “REFERRED TO INSURANCE.”
Related/Senate companion: S 4497 (companion bill).

Next steps and considerations

As the bill moves through the Insurance Committee, the text will specify definitions, eligible services, scope of coverage, exemptions (if any), and consumer protections.
A Senate companion (S 4497) indicates parallel consideration in the Senate, which can affect timeline and potential compromises.
Stakeholders may want to review the forthcoming language for specifics on eligible plans, cost-sharing, provider networks, and any transitional provisions.

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