NY A05083

State shall 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 discover patterns and correlations in medical assistance use and abuse.

Counties that previously purchased data mining software must provide adequate documentation, including receipts, to qualify for reimbursement.

State shall disburse grants for this purpose from the general fund.

Commissioner of health may develop rules and regulations necessary to implement this provision.