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Panel approves measure to remove step-therapy barriers for metastatic cancer treatments
2691825 · March 19, 2025
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Summary
House Bill 858 would remove step-therapy requirements for metastatic cancer to allow oncologists to prescribe the first-line drug their patients need. The subcommittee advanced the bill after sponsor testimony describing delays in access to care.
The Insurance Subcommittee voted Wednesday to advance House Bill 858, which would remove step-therapy requirements for patients with metastatic cancer so clinicians can prescribe the drug they determine is appropriate without prior insurer-required step…
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