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NY S08550

Bill

Status

Introduced

10/24/2025

Primary Sponsor

Alexis Weik

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires health insurance policies, group policies, and HMOs to cover electrocardiogram (EKG) tests and interpretation for adults and children who have received a coronavirus vaccine

  • Coverage must be provided regardless of whether the individual has a family history of heart disease or conditions

  • EKG must be ordered by a physician or other licensed professional authorized under state education law to administer such tests, in accordance with prevailing clinical standards

  • Extends the same EKG coverage requirement to Medicaid recipients, contingent on obtaining federal approval for financial participation

  • Applies to any insurance policy issued, delivered, renewed, or modified on or after the effective date of the act

Legislative Description

Requires certain health insurance plans cover electrocardiograms for adults and children who have received a coronavirus vaccine regardless of family history of heart disease or conditions.

Last Action

REFERRED TO INSURANCE

1/7/2026

Committee Referrals

Insurance1/7/2026
Rules10/24/2025

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