| The Women’s
Health and Cancer Rights Act of 1998 became effective in
October. The law ensures that women covered under group
and non-group health plans are covered for medical benefits
for mastectomies. The required coverage must include:
- Reconstruction of the breast on which the mastectomy has
been performed
- Surgery and reconstruction of the other breast to produce
a symmetrical appearance
- Prostheses and physical complications of all stages of mastectomy,
including lymphedemas.
Coverage will be accordance with the same deductibles and
co-insurance provisions that apply to other benefits under
the plan, and treatment will be determined by attending
physician and patient.
Check with your company benefits administrator if you have
any questions.
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