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NY A04677
Bill
Status
6/9/2025
Primary Sponsor
Chantel Jackson
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AI Summary
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Requires health insurance policies to cover outpatient comprehensive lactation support services, including services provided by lactation consultants
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Defines "lactation consultant" as a healthcare professional licensed under New York education law who holds the International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) credential and is in good standing with the international board of lactation consultant examiners
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Allows coverage to be subject to standard deductibles, coinsurance, and copayments unless the services receive an 'A' or 'B' rating from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force or are included in Health Resources and Services Administration guidelines
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Permits insurers to apply medical management, utilization review, and network provider requirements to lactation services
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Takes effect January 1, 2027 and applies to policies issued, renewed, modified, altered, or amended on or after that date
Legislative Description
Requires insurance coverage for lactation support services by a certified lactation consultant who evaluate and manage lactation and infant feeding problems and provide preventative clinical consulting to prevent or minimize the occurrence of potential problems.
Last Action
REFERRED TO INSURANCE
2/5/2026