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Prescription drug coverage for rare diseases.
February 12, 2026
Summary
If enacted, this bill would require health plans and health insurers to provide coverage for prescription drugs used to treat rare diseases. It would prohibit step therapy, prior authorization, or other utilization management requirements for such drugs, ensuring patient access without delay.
Source: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billStatusClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB1887
Common questions
- What does "Prescription drug coverage for rare diseases." cover?
- If enacted, this bill would require health plans and health insurers to provide coverage for prescription drugs used to treat rare diseases. It would…
- When was it published?
- It was published on February 12, 2026.