An Act to ensure access to epinephrine for minors

This Massachusetts bill requires various health insurance plans to cover epinephrine injectors for minors at no cost to the patient. The law specifically applies to state employee insurance, Medicaid managed care, individual accident and sickness policies, group hospital service plans, and other health maintenance contracts issued within the state. Coverage is mandated for medically necessary auto-injectors or pre-filled syringes approved by the FDA that contain the appropriate weight-based dosage for individuals under 18 years of age. By updating multiple sections of state law, the bill ensures that these life-saving devices are accessible to children across different insurance types without requiring them to pay out of pocket.