Expanding Medicaid Access for Breast and Cervical Cancer Patients
This bill aims to broaden access to the Medicaid program for individuals with breast or cervical cancer. This means more people affected by these diseases will be able to receive medical assistance, including breast reconstruction after mastectomy, which can significantly ease treatment costs and improve quality of life.
Key points
Expands Medicaid eligibility to include individuals with breast and cervical cancer.
Adds breast reconstruction after medically necessary mastectomy to covered Medicaid services.
Reduces potential treatment costs for eligible patients.
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