The last three decrees concerning better coverage of breast cancer-related devices such as adapted bras, dermopigmentation and creams and nail polishes, will be published «by the end of the year», almost two years after the law was passed, the Minister of Health announced on Wednesday, October 28.
“ It's true, many women are waiting for the release of the last decrees that are missing from this law of February 2025 (…) three are missing« , recalled Stéphanie Rist, questioned in the Senate during questions to the government by PCF senator Cathy Apourceau-Poly.
What is the law of February 5, 2025?
It aims to improve care for women affected by breast cancer by providing full reimbursement for certain specific treatments and devices, within the limits of the national health insurance reference rates. Specifically, it covers bras adapted for breast prostheses, prosthesis replacements, and restorative dermopigmentation, as well as a fixed allowance for certain non-reimbursed products and treatments, with a medical prescription. The law also strengthens information on supportive care, mandates a report on restorative tattooing and another on potential childcare allowances, and paves the way for a cap on excess fees for breast reconstruction surgery.
The government cites technical difficulties to justify the delay in the latest implementing decrees.
“ This very morning, I was able to sign the draft decree on adapted bras (…) which is now open for consultation.«The minister stated that this decree will therefore be published once the opinion of the High Authority for Health has been issued.«.
The decree on restorative dermopigmentation – reshaping the areola through tattooing – requires that« entering into agreements with professionals who are not healthcare professionals«, which must have a « adequate training«, Ms. Rist specified.
Finally, the third expected decree, « technically very complicated«According to the minister, it concerns the« nail creams and polishes »protecting skin and nails weakened by treatments such as chemotherapy.".
“ Throughout the summer, we consulted with patient associations to determine which creams and nail polishes these patients preferred; we are now working on a list of recommended products. »of these products so that they can be refunded« as if it were a treatment, a medicine«, the minister stated.
These decrees« will be released before the end of the year« she concluded.
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