NY A03538

Requires health insurers, Article 43 corporations, and HMOs to provide written informational resources to members within 60 days of learning of an Alzheimer's disease diagnosis through claims data or member notification

Informational materials must include up-to-date, evidence-based information about Alzheimer's disease covering physical, developmental, educational, and psychosocial outcomes, and must be culturally and linguistically appropriate

Resources must be developed by medical experts, national medical or genetics organizations, disability experts, or patient advocacy groups

Materials must include contact information for organizations specializing in Alzheimer's support, such as the Alzheimer's Association

Delivery must be by U.S. postal mail unless the insured consents to electronic or other notification methods