24-A §4237-A. Screening mammograms - Maine Statutes

Title 24-A: MAINE INSURANCE CODE

Chapter 56: HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS

§4237-A. Screening mammograms

1. Definition. For purposes of this section, "screening mammogram" means a radiologic procedure that is provided to an asymptomatic woman for the purpose of early detection of breast cancer and that consists of 2 radiographic views per breast. A screening mammogram also includes an additional radiologic procedure recommended by a provider when the results of an initial radiologic procedure are not definitive.

[ 2007, c. 153, §3 (AMD); 2007, c. 153, §5 (AFF) .]

2. Required coverage. All individual and group coverage subject to this chapter must provide coverage for screening mammograms performed by providers that meet the standards established by the Department of Health and Human Services rules relating to radiation protection. The policies must reimburse for screening mammograms performed at least once a year for women 40 years of age and over.

[ 1997, c. 408, §7 (NEW); 1997, c. 408, §8 (AFF); 2003, c. 689, Pt. B, §6 (REV) .]

3. Application. The requirements of this section apply to all individual and group policies, contracts and certificates executed, delivered, issued for delivery, continued or renewed in this State. For purposes of this section, all contracts are deemed to be renewed no later than the next yearly anniversary of the contract date.

[ 2003, c. 517, Pt. B, §25 (NEW) .]

SECTION HISTORY

1997, c. 408, §7 (NEW). 1997, c. 408, §8 (AFF). 2003, c. 517, §B25 (AMD). 2003, c. 689, §B6 (REV). 2007, c. 153, §3 (AMD). 2007, c. 153, §5 (AFF).