❌ HB271
Enact Breast Examination and Screening Transformation (BEST) Act
Summary
The Breast Examination and Screening Transformation (BEST) Act mandates that all individual or group health insurance policies in Ohio provide coverage for breast cancer screenings, including annual screening mammograms and supplemental screenings for women at increased risk. It prohibits cost-sharing for these services and establishes reimbursement rates based on Medicare rates. The act applies to policies issued or renewed after its effective date.
Rationale
The bill increases government mandates on health insurance coverage, which conflicts with Libertarian principles advocating for minimal government intervention in personal health decisions and free market solutions. Both the LP and LPO platforms emphasize individual rights and the freedom to make personal health choices without government imposition.
Risks and Concerns
- Increases government control over healthcare decisions
- Imposes mandates on private insurance providers
- Limits individual choice in healthcare options