Bill > S04711

This bill directs the New York State Commissioner of Health to provide additional financial reimbursement to healthcare and dental providers who primarily serve patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). The bill acknowledges that treating patients with I/DD often requires extra time, staff resources, and specialized services that are not typically compensated under standard healthcare reimbursement models. Specifically, the bill mandates that these additional reimbursements must be sufficient to cover the actual costs of providing necessary support services associated with treating patients whose physical, intellectual, or developmental disabilities require more complex medical care. The goal is to ensure that providers who work with I/DD patients are fairly compensated for the additional work and resources required to provide high-quality, patient-centered care. The bill would take effect immediately upon passage, amending the state's social services law by adding a new section that establishes this reimbursement requirement.

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S4711