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NY A03751
Bill
Status
1/30/2017
Primary Sponsor
William Magnarelli
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AI Summary
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Medicaid-eligible individuals up to 21 years old referred to pre-admission certification committees by physicians shall have access to needed mental health services for up to 30 days while awaiting expedited review.
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Physician referrals for mental health services must be made in consultation with the facility being considered for placement.
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The commissioner must develop and establish procedures to implement these provisions based on individual needs and treatment requirements.
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The commissioner must collect data on children receiving 30-day placements, assess admissions to residential treatment facilities, and recommend plans for meeting future needs including whether to continue or modify the referral method.
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The act takes effect on January 1 following enactment into law.
Legislative Description
Relates to access to mental health services for Medicaid eligible individuals up to 21 years of age who are referred to the pre-admission certification committee; requires commissioner to evaluate what services are needed and how to provide them.
Last Action
referred to ways and means
1/3/2018