state_legiscan_drain · NJ
Prohibits health insurance carriers from denying coverage of nonopioid prescription drugs in favor of opioid prescription drugs.
January 13, 2026
Summary
If enacted, this bill would prohibit health insurance carriers in New Jersey from denying coverage of nonopioid prescription drugs in favor of opioid prescription drugs. It aims to ensure patients have access to non-addictive alternatives for pain management.
Source: https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A1821
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- What does "Prohibits health insurance carriers from denying coverage of nonopioid prescription drugs in favor of opioid prescription drugs." cover?
- If enacted, this bill would prohibit health insurance carriers in New Jersey from denying coverage of nonopioid prescription drugs in favor of opioid…
- When was it published?
- It was published on January 13, 2026.