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NY A09659
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/21/2026
Primary Sponsor
Michael Cashman
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AI Summary
- Mandates health insurance coverage for rehabilitative treatment of pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome (PANS) when an attending physician certifies medical necessity in writing
- Applies to all health plans and health insurance issuers offering coverage in connection with group health plans
- Amends three sections of New York Insurance Law (sections 3216, 3221, and 4303) to ensure coverage across different policy types
- Takes effect January 1st following enactment and applies to all policies issued, renewed, modified, altered, or amended after that date
Legislative Description
Requires health insurance policies to cover costs for pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome rehabilitation treatment.
Last Action
referred to insurance
1/21/2026
Committee Referrals
Insurance1/21/2026
Full Bill Text
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