Maine § 3174-WW. - Tobacco cessation
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 3174-WW. — Tobacco cessation, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3174-WW.. Tobacco cessation
1. Coverage. The department shall provide coverage for comprehensive tobacco cessation treatment to a MaineCare member who is 18 years of age or older or who is pregnant. Coverage must include, at a minimum:
A. Coverage for all pharmacotherapy that is approved by the federal Food and Drug Administration for tobacco dependence treatment or is recommended as effective in the United States Public Health Service clinical practice guideline on treating tobacco use and dependence; and [PL 2013, c. 444, §1 (NEW).]
B. Coverage for tobacco cessation counseling, to be available in individual and group forms. [PL 2013, c. 444, §1 (NEW).]
2. Conditions of coverage. Coverage under this section must be provided with no copayments or other out-of-pocket cost sharing, including deductibles. The department may not impose annual or lifetime dollar limits or annual or lifetime limits on attempts to quit and may not require a MaineCare member to participate in counseling to receive medications.
3. Federal reimbursement. The department shall pursue all opportunities to maximize available federal reimbursement, including available administrative Medicaid match rates for telephonic counseling services, federal pharmacology purchasing agreements or other opportunities to maximize state resources for tobacco cessation medications and services.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 3174-WW.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 3174-WW. cover?
Section 3174-WW. ("Tobacco cessation") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. 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 Maine § 3174-WW.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 3174-WW." (Maine). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maine law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maine official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maine attorney.
How does Maine § 3174-WW. apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maine can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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