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NY A04591
Bill
Status
2/9/2026
Primary Sponsor
Chantel Jackson
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AI Summary
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Requires general hospitals performing mastectomy, lumpectomy, or lymph node dissection to provide patients with written information about breast reconstruction options before obtaining surgical consent
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Expands required information to include both surgical and non-surgical reconstructive options, including aesthetic flat closure and breast forms
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Mandates hospitals inform patients about insurance coverage for reconstructive surgery under federal and state law
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Requires description of how patients can access reconstructive care, including transferring to facilities that provide such care or pursuing reconstruction after completing cancer treatment
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Takes effect January 1 following enactment
Legislative Description
Requires that general hospitals that provide mastectomy surgery, lymph node dissection or lumpectomy provide information to such patients concerning options for breast reconstruction.
Last Action
RETURNED TO ASSEMBLY
3/5/2026