Aflac general counsel: Georgia lawmakers took a crucial step forward on sickle cell disease – but there’s more work to be done
Georgia has passed the Sickle Cell Disease Protection Act, requiring annual reviews of Medicaid coverage for sickle cell disease treatments and services. This legislation, signed into law by Governor Brian Kemp, follows similar laws in Louisiana, Virginia, and Tennessee. While federal funding exists for research and treatment, it doesn't guarantee nationwide access or mandate state Medicaid program updates for new therapies. The act aims to ensure that medical breakthroughs for sickle cell disease translate into better real-world outcomes for patients. AI
