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Bill Backing No-Cost Breast Cancer Screening Heads to PA House

  • On June 24, 2025, the Pennsylvania State Senate approved Senate Bill 88, which requires that patients incur no personal expenses for additional breast imaging after an abnormal mammogram.
  • This legislation expands upon Act 1 of 2023, which eliminated out-of-pocket expenses for certain genetic evaluations and additional screenings for individuals at elevated risk, yet Pennsylvania still lacks mandated coverage for diagnostic imaging.
  • Senators and advocates highlighted that early detection saves lives, but many women delay or skip diagnostic imaging due to costs averaging $169.27, creating financial barriers.
  • Senator Frank Farry emphasized the importance of completing their efforts to guarantee that no woman faces financial barriers when obtaining all necessary breast imaging services, including diagnostic tests.
  • If enacted, the bill would align Pennsylvania with federal guidelines and start coverage in 2027, potentially improving early breast cancer detection and removing financial barriers.
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