Healthcare (Insurance)

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3769: Relates to the designation of an independent consumer assistance program

Relates to the designation of an independent consumer assistance program to assist consumers with the filing of complaints and appeals, track problems, educate consumers, assist uninsured, insured, or underinsured consumers in accessing appropriate health care services, assist with enrollment and provide other health insurance assistance.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAssists uninsured/underinsured in accessing healthcare services and enrollment, directly improving patient access and support per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6492: Provides that policies which provide hospital, surgical or medical coverage shall provide coverage for hysterectomies

Provides that insurance policies which provide hospital, surgical or medical coverage shall provide coverage for hysterectomies; provides that such coverage shall include inpatient hospital coverage for a minimum period of seventy-two hours after surgery.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage for hysterectomies including 72h inpatient stay, expanding essential health service access per bill language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Insurance

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 6749: Provides for insurance coverage of comprehensive annual medical examinations for firefighters

Provides for insurance coverage of comprehensive annual medical examinations for firefighters due to their increased risk for cancer and cancer-related diseases.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage for firefighter cancer screenings, expanding preventive health access for high-risk group.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProvides insurance coverage for firefighters' cancer-related medical exams, directly improving workplace safety for high-risk workers as per Labor & Employment standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2478: Requires certain group health insurance policies to provide coverage for hearing aids

This bill requires large group health insurance plans in New York to cover medically necessary hearing aids. It mandates reimbursement of up to $3,000 every 36 months for adults (16+), and $2,000 every 24 months for children under 16 (with medical documentation for changes in hearing needs). The coverage includes up to two hearing aids per period and services like recasing or new molds, but excludes batteries and cords. Insured individuals may choose more expensive devices but pay the difference beyond the reimbursement limits.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage for hearing aids, expanding access to medical devices and services for hearing needs under healthcare coverage policies.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 16, 2025

A 6314: Relates to ensuring continued access to backup devices for patients with cochlear implants

This bill requires health insurance plans to cover backup cochlear implant devices for patients who need them, including during device upgrades or replacements after the initial implant. It directly affects patients with cochlear implants who currently lose access to backup equipment after 3-5 years, as insurers only cover backups at the time of initial surgery. The law mandates that insurance must cover the backup device (external components like a processor) whenever prescribed by a qualified healthcare provider, as long as the patient is using the implant. Coverage will follow standard insurance terms like deductibles and copays but must remain available throughout the patient's need for the device, effective January 2027.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage for backup cochlear implant devices, expanding patient access to essential medical equipment beyond initial surgery period.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6523: Requires insurance companies to reimburse all health care practitioners at the same rate for cervical cytology screening

Requires insurance companies to reimburse all health care practitioners at the same rate for cervical cytology screening, including the preparation of a Pap smear; prohibits health care practitioners from refusing to provide a Pap smear during a regular annual checkup if such patient has not had a Pap smear done in the preceding twelve months.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates equal insurance reimbursement for cervical screenings and ensures access during annual checkups, improving preventive care access and patient rights.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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passed · New York · Senate Feb 24, 2026

S 2128: Relates to requiring certain health insurance issuers to certify that at least a majority of prescription drug rebates are provided to patients at the point of sale

Requires certain health insurance issuers to certify that at least a majority of prescription drug rebates are provided to patients at the point of sale.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires insurers to pass drug rebates to patients, reducing out-of-pocket costs and improving access to prescription drugs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Prescription Drugs

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passed both · New York · Senate May 12, 2026

S 634: Requires certain health insurance policies to provide coverage for diabetes and prediabetes screening

This bill requires most health insurance policies in New York to cover diabetes and prediabetes screening at no cost to the patient. It applies to policies covering physician services or major medical coverage, mandating that insurers include screening per national evidence-based guidelines without deductibles, copays, or other cost-sharing. The law affects health insurance companies and their policyholders who need preventive diabetes screening. Coverage must be provided free of charge for all qualifying policies issued or renewed after the effective date.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates no-cost diabetes/prediabetes screening coverage, expanding access and removing financial barriers under insurance policies95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 11, 2025

S 3323: Enacts the "Eli Parker Levitt Law"

This bill requires health insurance policies in New York to cover medically necessary transvaginal ultrasounds during pregnancy when recommended by evidence-based clinical guidelines from independent medical organizations. It amends three sections of the state insurance law to mandate this coverage for pregnancy-related care, applying to all new or renewed policies starting January 1, 2027. The law directly affects insurance companies (by requiring coverage) and pregnant individuals (by ensuring access to this specific diagnostic service when clinically indicated). Coverage is limited to cases where such ultrasounds are deemed medically necessary per nationally recognized, transparent clinical guidelines.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage for medically necessary transvaginal ultrasounds during pregnancy, expanding access to essential prenatal care and aligning with evidence-based clinical guidelines.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4730: Prohibits state contracts with contractors who do not provide health insurance which covers services for transgender, non-binary, and gender expansive people

Prohibits state contracts with contractors who do not provide health insurance which covers services for transgender, non-binary, and gender expansive people.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates health insurance coverage for transgender, non-binary, and gender-expansive services, expanding access and protecting patient rights under healthcare policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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