HRS §432:1-605.5
No referral needed for annual mammograms
This section says that for people 40 and older, a mutual benefit society cannot make them get a doctor's referral before having an annual screening mammogram. If the mammogram shows more tests are needed, the patient chooses which doctor to see for follow-up.
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The statute, as written — Mammograms; referral not required
(a) For purposes of the annual screening mammogram coverage required under section 432:1-605, no mutual benefit society shall require a covered person forty years of age and older to obtain a referral from a primary care provider or other physician for an annual screening mammogram. (b) If the screening mammogram indicates that follow up services are advisable, a referral shall be made to the patient's primary care physician or other physician, as designated by the patient.
Sections this one refers to
§432:1-605 Health plans must cover mammograms for women
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