Arkansas Statutes
§ 23-79-1802 — Coverage for newborn screening
Arkansas·Title 23
(a)A health benefit plan that is offered, issued, or renewed in this state shall provide coverage for newborn screening for conditions as determined by the Department of Health under § 20-15-302 by a healthcare professional on or after January 1, 2020.
(b)The coverage for newborn screening under this section:
(1)Is not subject to policy deductibles or copayment requirements; and (2) Does not diminish or limit benefits otherwise allowable under a health benefit plan.
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Legislative History
Amended by Act 2023, No. 490,§ 5, eff. 8/1/2023. Added by Act 2019, No. 58,§ 2, eff. 7/24/2019.
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