SF1106 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Dispensing fee requirements on health plan companies providing prescription coverage provision
AI Generated Summary
This bill proposes that health insurance plans in Minnesota which offer prescription drug coverage must pay a minimum fee to pharmacies for dispensing each prescription. This minimum fee should be at least equal to the fee specified for Medicaid services in Minnesota. However, the requirement does not apply to health plans that cover public health care program enrollees, such as those in Medicaid or MinnesotaCare.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 06, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| February 06, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Commerce and Consumer Protection |
Citations
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"A requirement for health plans to pay a minimum dispensing fee equal to that under medical assistance."
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"summary": "This bill imposes dispensing fee requirements on health plan companies, referencing the minimum dispensing fee standard under section 256B.0625.",
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"citation": "256B.0625",
"subdivision": "subdivision 13e, paragraph a"
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]Progress through the legislative process
In Committee