Bill > A02721

This bill amends the New York State social services law to expand Medicaid coverage to include comprehensive neuropsychological examinations specifically for diagnosing dyslexia. The new provision allows these examinations to be covered by Medicaid when they are referred by a physician and performed by a healthcare professional who is licensed, certified, or authorized under title eight of the education law and acting within their professional scope of practice. An important clarification in the bill is that this new coverage for dyslexia-related neuropsychological exams does not exclude Medicaid coverage for screening, diagnosing, or treating other medical conditions. The bill will take effect 180 days after it becomes law, and state agencies are authorized to prepare implementing regulations in advance of the effective date. By expanding Medicaid coverage to include these specialized neuropsychological exams, the bill aims to improve access to diagnostic services for individuals with dyslexia, potentially enabling earlier identification and intervention.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A2721