SB2008Introduced in the Senate
Health insurance; prohibit insurers from discriminating against durable medical equipment and set reimbursement rate.
Introduced by Kevin Blackwell, District 19
What does this bill do?
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Official description
An Act To Create New Section 83-9-12, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Prohibit An Insurer, Managed-care Company Or Other Payor From Discriminating Against An Accredited Durable Medical Equipment Supplier Providing Services Prescribed By A Patient's Health Care Provider; To Provide That An Insurer, Managed-care Company Or Other Payor Shall Reimburse Durable Medical Equipment No Less Than State Medicaid Rates Set For These Services On A Continuous Monthly Payment Basis For The Duration Of The Medical Need Throughout A Patient's Valid Prescription Period; And For Related Purposes.
Where it stands
Died In Committee
February 3, 2026
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Bill history
Referred To Insurance
Died In Committee
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