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NY A08604
Bill
Status
Passed
11/23/2022
Primary Sponsor
Phara Souffrant Forrest
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AI Summary
- Amends Social Services Law Section 365-k to establish that non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) coverage under Medicaid cannot be limited based on the age of the pregnant patient unless explicitly required by generally accepted professional standards
- Requires the Commissioner to establish standards and guidelines for prenatal care services considering standards from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and American Academy of Pediatrics
- Takes effect on the first day of April following enactment; Commissioner of Health must immediately begin drafting regulations and taking necessary actions to implement by that date
Legislative Description
Provides that coverage and access to non-invasive prenatal testing under medicaid shall not be limited based upon the age of the pregnant patient.
Last Action
approval memo.32
11/23/2022
Committee Referrals
Health5/16/2022
Rules5/11/2022
Ways and Means2/9/2022
Health1/10/2022
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