NJ Bill Prohibits Carriers from Denying Authorization to Out-of-Network Reconstructive Breast Surgeons for Cancer Patients

On January 22, 2019 the NJ Bill S-3203, sponsored by Senator Joseph Lagana and Senator Vin Gopal, requiring hospitals to provide breast cancer patients with information concerning reconstructive surgery was released from committee and will head to the full Senate for further consideration.  Additionally, the legislation will not limit a health care provider in making recommendations or referrals to a board-certified plastic surgeon regardless of network affiliation, benefiting both patients and physicians.  Please read the full article by clicking on the link: NJ Office of Legislative Services.