Tag: biomarker testing

New York Makes the Cut as the 15th State to Mandate Biomarker Testing Coverage

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New York's Biomarker Testing

A Shift Toward Precision Medicine New York has joined the growing ranks of states requiring health insurers to cover biomarker testing, becoming the 15th state to recognize the value of precision medicine. While it may sound like something ripped from a science fiction novel, biomarker testing is a very real, highly effective tool in modern healthcare. It allows doctors to analyze a patient’s tissue, saliva, or blood to identify specific biological markers. These markers help guide decisions on treatments tailored to that individual’s illness, whether it’s cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, or…

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Insurance Covering Biomarker Testing? Here’s Why New Jersey’s Latest Insurance Law Matters

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Biomarker Testing Coverage Now Mandatory for New Jersey Health Insurers New Jersey patients fighting diseases like cancer just gained a significant ally in their treatment plans. Acting Governor Tahesha Way recently signed legislation requiring state-regulated health insurers and Medicaid to cover biomarker testing, ensuring broader access to this crucial diagnostic tool. This advancement promises to make targeted and personalized medicine a reality for thousands across the state. Biomarker testing, for the uninitiated, involves analyzing biological indicators like genes and proteins to provide insights specific to an individual’s condition. It’s often…

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