S 9522 New York Senate · 2023 Regular Session

Establishes a co-occurring disorders patient bill of rights

This bill establishes a patient bill of rights for individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, requiring various state agencies to adopt these protections. The law mandates that affected individuals receive non-discriminatory care, accurate diagnosis, integrated treatment plans, and continuous support from families and peer advocates. Additionally, it ensures access to safe housing, prevention services for youth, and accountability measures within a transparent system. These provisions aim to improve the quality and consistency of care across hospital, residential, community, and school-based settings.
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May 2024
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Introduced May 16, 2024 Last action May 16, 2024
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May 16, 2024
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Nathalia Fernández
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