AN ACT relating to coverage for colorectal cancer examinations and laboratory tests and declaring an emergency.

Amend KRS 304.17A-257 to require health benefit plans to provide coverage for colorectal cancer examinations and laboratory tests specified in the most recent version of a Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services national coverage determination or nationally recognized clinical practice guidelines or recommendations; direct that coverage requirements for colorectal cancer examinations and laboratory tests applies to health benefit plans issued or renewed on or after the effective date of the Act; require the Cabinet for…

Introduced: March 2, 2026

Last action: March 9, 2026

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This bill would require health insurance plans in Kentucky to cover colorectal cancer screenings and related lab tests, following the most up-to-date federal or clinical guidelines. It applies to health plans issued or renewed after the law takes effect, and includes steps to extend similar coverage through Medicaid if federal approval is needed. The emergency designation means it would take effect immediately upon becoming law. Who it may affect: Kentuckians with private health insurance or Medicaid coverage who are due for colorectal cancer screenings.

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