An act relating to health insurance coverage for coronary artery calcium testing for individuals with chronic high cholesterol

This bill requires health insurance plans in Vermont to cover coronary artery calcium testing for individuals with chronic high cholesterol when recommended by their treating healthcare provider. The law applies to all health insurance policies issued, renewed, or offered on or after January 1, 2025, with full implementation required by January 1, 2026. It specifically defines health insurance plans to include standard policies while excluding limited benefit or disease-specific coverage. The measure aims to ensure consistent access to this diagnostic test for people managing high cholesterol conditions.