An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, in casualty insurance, further providing for coverage for colorectal cancer screening.

Summary

The bill amends the 1921 Insurance Company Law to make colorectal cancer screening tests a mandatory benefit in all health insurance policies offered, issued, or renewed in the state. It sets specific ages, test types, and frequencies, and bars deductibles, coinsurance or copays for the core screening services. The change aims to improve early detection of colorectal cancer for both average‑risk and high‑risk residents.

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