H 4945·MA·house
An Act providing insurance coverage for biennial echocardiograms for persons under the age of 18
Reported by CommitteeFiled Jan 23, 2026
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Financial Services
Latest Action
House: Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026
Jul 9, 2026
Summary
The bill would mandate that health insurance plans provide coverage for echocardiograms performed every two years for patients younger than 18. It aims to improve early detection of heart conditions in children and adolescents. By catching problems early, the measure seeks to reduce long‑term health costs.
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