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Provides for coverage of certain dental care when connected with cancer treatment. (gov sig)

Provides for coverage of certain dental care when connected with cancer treatment. (gov sig)

Status1
Last ActionFeb 25, 2026
CommitteeInsurance
Pre-filed
Introduced
Committee
Floor
Passed
Signed
2026 Regular Session
Bill Analysis
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SB 155 Original 2026 Regular Session Talbot

Present law requires healthcare insurance provide coverage for treatments related to cancer.

Proposed law retains present law.

Proposed law requires healthcare insurance provide coverage for medically necessary dental procedures for an insured diagnosed with cancer.

Proposed law requires coverage for certain procedures medically necessary to reduce or eliminate infection or to treat tooth loss or decay prior to or as a result of cancer treatment.

Proposed law requires coverage for laboratory assessments, medications, and treatments.

Proposed law requires coverage for an obturator for treatment of an insured with a defective oral cavity when medically necessary as a result of cancer treatment.

Proposed law clarifies that a healthcare insurer is not required to provide coverage for routine dental care.

Effective upon signature of the governor or lapse of time for gubernatorial action.

(Adds R.S. 22:1077.5)

Legislative History
Feb 25, 2026Senate
Prefiled and under the rules provisionally referred to the Committee on Insurance.
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Bill Details
Bill NumberSB155
Session2026 Regular Session
ChamberSenate
TypeSenate Bill
Status1
CommitteeInsurance
IntroducedFebruary 25, 2026
Last Action DateFebruary 25, 2026
Last ActionPrefiled and under the rules provisionally referred to the Committee on Insurance.
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Kirk Talbot
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Session Context
Session2026 Regular Session
ConvenesMarch 9, 2026
Sine DieJune 1, 2026 (6pm)
11
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