NY A03540

Requires the state to fully reimburse local social services districts for expenses related to medical assistance fraud, waste, and abuse investigations using data mining software if the county has previously purchased or intends to purchase such software.

Defines "data mining software" as a database application utilizing advanced data searching capabilities and statistical analyses to identify patterns and correlations in medical assistance use and abuse.

Requires counties that have previously purchased such software to provide adequate documentation, including receipts, detailing the purchase.

Authorizes the state to disburse grants from the general fund for reimbursement purposes.

Permits the commissioner of health to develop rules and regulations necessary to implement the reimbursement program.