Free Tobacco Cessation Services Covered by Medicaid and CHIP.
This bill mandates that Medicaid and CHIP must cover comprehensive tobacco cessation services, including counseling and all FDA-approved medications. Eligible individuals will receive these benefits completely free of charge, as states are prohibited from imposing co-pays, deductibles, or requiring prior authorization for these treatments. The federal government will temporarily cover 100% of these costs to encourage rapid implementation and outreach efforts.
Key points
Full Coverage: Medicaid and CHIP must provide comprehensive coverage for counseling and pharmacotherapy (prescription and nonprescription) to help citizens quit tobacco.
Zero Cost: Eligible individuals will face no cost-sharing (deductibles, co-pays) for these cessation services or related drugs.
Easier Access: States are forbidden from requiring prior authorization for tobacco cessation medications.
Outreach Mandate: States must actively promote and monitor the use of these services through public awareness campaigns.
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