Creates provisions relating to insurance coverage for treatment of obesity in certain persons

Summary

The bill mandates that any health benefit plan issued or renewed in Missouri on or after Jan. 1, 2027 must cover obesity and severe obesity treatment for people ages 2 to 20, including lifestyle programs, medication and bariatric surgery. Covered services cannot have higher deductibles or co‑payments than other medical services, and the rule does not apply to supplemental policies.

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