§ 40:1248.21 — Dispensation of contraceptive drugs; six-month supply; coverage

Louisiana § 40:1248.21

• Jurisdiction: Louisiana
• Title 40: Public Health and Safety

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§1248.21. Dispensation of contraceptive drugs; six-month supply; coverage
A. The Louisiana Department of Health shall require all Medicaid health plans
issued or renewed in this state on or after January 1, 2023, to include the dispensing of a
six-month supply of contraceptive drugs to be obtained at one time by the insured, unless the
insured requests a smaller supply or the prescribing provider instructs for the insured to
receive a smaller supply. The insured shall have used the same contraceptive drugs for at
least the consecutive six months prior to receiving a six-month supply. Contracts with
managed care plans shall allow the insured to receive onsite dispensing of the prescribed
contraceptive drugs at family practice clinics, if available. Dispensing practices shall follow
all licensing and clinical guidelines for appropriate prescribing and dispensing to ensure the
health of the insured while maximizing access to effective contraceptive drugs.
B. For purposes of this Section, "contraceptive drugs" means all drugs approved by
the United States Food and Drug Administration that are used to prevent pregnancy including
but not limited to hormonal drugs administered orally, transdermally, and intravaginally.
C. Nothing in this Section shall apply to any drug, medicine, or other substance
prescribed, dispensed, or distributed that is intended to induce an abortion.

Legislative History

Acts 2022, No. 708, §1.