A bill filed in Springfield would allow doctors to prescribe certain HIV medications without prior authorization from insurance companies. The American Medical Association supports this move, stating that insurance companies use prior authorization to save money. The bill aims to reduce deaths from HIV by giving doctors more flexibility in prescribing life-saving medication. State Rep. Kelly Cassidy, who has personal experience with the impact of HIV, emphasized the importance of preventing a return to the deadliest days of the disease. However, some Republican lawmakers expressed concerns about bypassing prior authorization, noting that it may encourage risky behavior. Despite this opposition, the bill passed out of the House insurance committee with bipartisan support and will now move to the House floor for further discussion. The goal of the bill is to help achieve zero deaths from HIV and to provide better access to essential medication for those living with the disease. The outcome of this legislation could have a significant impact on the healthcare system and the lives of individuals affected by HIV. Copyright 2025. WAND TV. All rights reserved.
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