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NY S05767

NY S05767
Relates to creating a respiratory therapy demonstration program for residential health care facilities; authorizes the commissioner of health approve up to ten residential health care facilities within the state to operate respiratory therapy units.


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Introduced
02/28/2025
In Committee
02/28/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the public health law, in relation to creating a respiratory therapy demonstration program for residential health care facilities

AI Summary

This bill establishes a respiratory therapy demonstration program for residential health care facilities in New York State, authorizing the Commissioner of Health to approve up to ten facilities to operate specialized respiratory therapy units. The bill defines respiratory therapy as a comprehensive approach to assessing, treating, and monitoring patients with cardiopulmonary issues, with the goal of helping patients improve their breathing and return to the community. The respiratory therapy services will include techniques for oxygen support, mechanical ventilation, pulmonary rehabilitation, and interventions for patients with conditions like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), those recovering from lung surgery, and patients with asthma, bronchitis, and pneumonia. Facilities seeking approval must submit an application to the commissioner, with priority given to those with a proven history of respiratory therapy. Approved facilities must comply with Medicare requirements and will receive special reimbursement rates that cover appropriate staffing, therapeutic interventions, and necessary medical equipment. The bill requires the commissioner to submit a report to the governor and legislature within three years, evaluating the demonstration program and providing recommendations for potential expansion, including an assessment of the need and cost of respiratory therapy services.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

REFERRED TO HEALTH (on 02/28/2025)

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