HF2320
Coverage for self-measured blood pressure monitoring devices required.
Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026)
Related bill: SF1963
AI Generated Summary
Purpose of the Bill
The purpose of this bill is to ensure that health plans in Minnesota provide coverage for self-measured blood pressure monitoring devices, specifically targeting individuals with uncontrolled hypertension.
Main Provisions
- The bill requires health plans to cover the cost of self-measured blood pressure monitoring devices for patients diagnosed with uncontrolled hypertension.
- It mandates that such coverage be limited to one device every three years.
- Health plans must also reimburse healthcare providers for costs related to training patients, transmitting patient data, and offering additional interventions.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024 section 256B.0625 subdivision 31 and introduces new coding in chapter 62Q to include provisions for covering self-measured blood pressure monitoring devices.
- Previously, there was no specified requirement for health plans to cover such devices or related patient training and data transmission services.
Relevant Terms
self-measured blood pressure monitoring, uncontrolled hypertension, blood pressure device, health plan coverage, reimbursement, patient training, healthcare provider costs, Minnesota Statutes.
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 13, 2025 | House | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Commerce Finance and Policy |
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