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NY S01222
Bill
Status
6/6/2025
Primary Sponsor
Gustavo Rivera
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AI Summary
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Requires the Commissioner of Health to contract with an independent entity for a comprehensive study of the early intervention program, examining service delivery models, telehealth options, and reimbursement rates for effectiveness and adequacy
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Mandates analysis of provider costs including travel time, service provision, and administrative activities, as well as salary comparisons between early intervention workers and those in the same disciplines outside the program by labor region
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Requires recommendations for improving program quality and reimbursement methodologies, including enhanced rates to address racial and socioeconomic disparities in access, with consideration of bilingual services, geographic variability, and historically underserved areas
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Directs projection of children needing early intervention services and workforce requirements over the next five years, disaggregated by county
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Report must be submitted to the Governor, legislative leaders, and health committee chairs within two years of the effective date, with the Department of Health required to issue a request for proposals within 180 days of enactment
Legislative Description
Directs the commissioner of health to contract with an independent entity to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the existing methodology used to determine payment for early intervention screenings, evaluations, services and service coordination; directs recommendations on reimbursement methodology as well as needs under the program.
Last Action
REFERRED TO DISABILITIES
1/7/2026