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NY A10257
Bill
Status
5/13/2022
Primary Sponsor
Catalina Cruz
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AI Summary
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Requires insurers to provide identical reimbursement rates for cervical cytology screening regardless of whether services are performed by a licensed health care practitioner or an obstetrical/gynecological specialist.
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Applies equal reimbursement requirements to health maintenance organizations and managed care providers for cervical cytology screening services.
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Prohibits primary care practitioners from refusing to perform cervical cytology screening and Pap smear preparation during annual checkups or for new patients who have not received screening within the preceding 12 months.
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Defines cervical cytology screening to include annual pelvic examination, Pap smear collection and preparation, and related laboratory and diagnostic services.
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Takes effect 180 days after enactment, with regulatory amendments authorized for immediate implementation.
Legislative Description
Requires insurance companies to reimburse all health care practitioners at the same rate for cervical cytology screening, including the preparation of a Pap smear; prohibits health care practitioners from refusing to provide a Pap smear during a regular annual checkup if such patient has not had a Pap smear done in the preceding twelve months.
Last Action
referred to insurance
5/13/2022