Radiology Business June 5, 2024
Three more states recently passed legislation to bolster reimbursement for breast imaging services, with about half now mandating that private payers cover supplemental services.
New Hampshire is one of the latest after Republican Gov. Chris Sununu signed House Bill 1296 into law May 31. The measure eliminates patient out-of-pocket costs for medically necessary diagnostic and supplemental breast imaging.
While the Affordable Care Act already requires payers to cover regular mammography screenings, some women with dense breasts or facing other factors may need additional exams such as ultrasound or MRI. Coverage gaps can force some to pay out-of-pocket charges at upward of $1,000, according to Susan G. Komen.
“We thank the legislature and Gov. Sununu for eliminating barriers to care so...