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NY S07297

Bill

Status

Introduced

4/9/2025

Primary Sponsor

Brad Hoylman-Sigal

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires utilization review agents to use recognized evidence-based and peer-reviewed clinical review criteria that account for typical patient populations and diagnoses when making coverage determinations

  • Shortens the deadline for pre-authorization decisions from three business days to 72 hours for health care services requiring prior approval

  • Mandates that pre-authorization approvals remain valid for the full duration of a prescription (including authorized refills) and for the duration of treatment for a specific condition as requested by the provider

  • Applies these requirements to both public health law and insurance law, covering enrollees in health plans and insured individuals

  • Takes effect 180 days after becoming law

Legislative Description

Relates to utilization review program standards; requires use of evidence-based and peer reviewed clinical review criteria; relates to prescription drug formulary changes and pre-authorization for certain health care services.

Last Action

COMMITTED TO RULES

6/13/2025

Committee Referrals

Rules6/13/2025
Health4/9/2025

Full Bill Text

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