New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced

S 4747 — Requires health insurers to provide reason for denial of coverage for private duty nursing.

Last action — INT 1RS REF SCM

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed General Assembly
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced October 05, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Odds of enactment

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In plain language

Health insurers must give reasons for denying coverage of private duty nursing.

This bill requires health insurers to explain why they deny coverage for private duty nursing services, ensuring transparency in their decision-making process.

What this means for you
  • Healthcare: This means health insurers will need to be clearer about coverage decisions regarding private duty nursing.

Summary

Health insurers-provide reason for denial of coverage for private duty nursing

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. INT 1RS REF SCM

Sponsors

  • Angela V. McKnight · Primary
  • Anthony M. Bucco · Primary
  • Gordon M. Johnson · Cosponsor

Sponsorship breakdown

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2 sponsors · 1 co-sponsors · 117 not signed on

Sponsors (2)

  • McKnight, Angela V.
  • Bucco, Anthony M.

Co-sponsors (1)

  • Johnson, Gordon M.

Not signed on (117)

117 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does S 4747 do?
Health insurers-provide reason for denial of coverage for private duty nursing
Who sponsors S 4747?
S 4747 is sponsored by McKnight, Angela V., Bucco, Anthony M., and Johnson, Gordon M..
What is the current status of S 4747?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced October 05, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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