A 2116 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Requires health insurance coverage of screening for Alzheimer's disease and related disorders for certain covered persons.

This New Jersey bill (A2116) requires all health insurance plans sold in the state - covering hospital, medical, and group policies - to include coverage for Alzheimer's disease and related dementia screening for people aged 65 or older. It mandates that this coverage be provided "to the same extent as for any other condition" under the plan, meaning no extra costs or restrictions beyond standard medical coverage. The law applies to all insurance types (including HMOs and health benefits plans) delivered, issued, or renewed in New Jersey after the bill's effective date. It defines "Alzheimer's disease and related disorders" as dementia causing significant impairment in daily functioning. The bill does not create new costs for insurers but ensures existing coverage must include these screenings for seniors.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee
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