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NY A10492
Bill
Status
4/2/2010
Primary Sponsor
Inez Barron
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AI Summary
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Creates a temporary state commission with 16 members to study Medicaid reimbursement plans and rates for prescription drugs in New York and comparable states
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Commission shall examine reimbursement formulas, dispensing fees, pharmaceutical industry operating costs, wholesaler discounts, and pharmacy operating expenses across states
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Commission shall evaluate potential cost-saving measures including implementation of a statewide computerized identification system for Medicaid prescription drug recipients and providers
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Commission membership includes the commissioner of temporary and disability assistance, 5 gubernatorial appointees, 6 legislative appointees (3 majority/3 minority Senate and Assembly leaders), 3 pharmacists, 2 physicians, and 3 Medicaid recipients or advocates
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Commission must submit report with findings and recommendations to the governor and legislature by February 1, 2011
Legislative Description
Creates a temporary state commission to study and evaluate medicaid reimbursement plans and rates for prescription drugs and potential cost-saving measures related thereto; consists of sixteen members; sets forth powers and duties of such commission.
Last Action
print number 10492a
6/16/2010