Idaho § 56-273 - Prohibition on reimbursement and coverage
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 56-273 — Prohibition on reimbursement and coverage, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 56-273. Prohibition on reimbursement and coverage
(1) Pursuant to chapter 89, title 18 , Idaho Code, the Idaho medicaid program shall not reimburse or provide coverage for any surgical operation or medical intervention described in section 18-1506C (3), Idaho Code, for purposes of altering the appearance of an individual in order to affirm the individual’s perception of the individual’s sex in a way that is inconsistent with the individual’s biological sex regardless of whether the surgical operation or medical intervention is administered to a minor or an adult, except exempted surgical operations or medical interventions described in section 18-8901 (1), Idaho Code.
(2) The department of health and welfare and any other state agency who provides medicaid services shall promulgate rules, subject to legislative approval, directing medicaid provider agreements to contain certifications that no public funds have been used in violation of section 18-8901 , Idaho Code.
Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 56-273
What does Idaho Statutes § 56-273 cover?
Section 56-273 ("Prohibition on reimbursement and coverage") is part of the Idaho Statutes, the codified statutory law of Idaho. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Idaho § 56-273?
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Is this the official text of Idaho law?
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