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NY A10679
Bill
Status
Introduced
8/28/2024
Primary Sponsor
Pamela Hunter
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AI Summary
- Amends Insurance Law Section 3238(a) to require Medicaid and private insurers to respond to pre-authorization claims for oncology patients within five business days of filing
- Physicians may proceed with lifesaving testing, treatment, or procedures if insurers fail to render a decision and notify the physician within the five business day window
- Insurers become liable for payment of the prescribed method of care if they fail to respond within the mandated timeframe
- Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Establishes a mandated window of five business days for both Medicaid and private insurers to respond to pre-authorization claims for testing and/or treatments made by physicians on behalf of oncology patients.
Last Action
referred to insurance
8/28/2024
Committee Referrals
Insurance8/28/2024
Full Bill Text
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