Medical Economics October 21, 2024
Key Takeaways
- New rules propose free over-the-counter contraceptives without prescriptions, expanding access under the Affordable Care Act.
- The initiative involves multiple government departments and aims to provide more contraceptive options and reinforce coverage of FDA-approved methods.
- The proposal addresses barriers to contraceptive access and responds to perceived attacks on reproductive health by Republicans.
- Changes are set for the 2026 plan year, with a public comment period and maintenance of federal conscience protections for employers.
Over-the-counter contraceptives would be available free with no prescriptions required for patients, according to new rules proposed by the administration of President Joe Biden.
The White House and the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced new rules based on coverage of...
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