Bill > A06367

This bill introduces several key provisions aimed at supporting home care services and healthcare reform in New York. First, it requires contracts with home care service providers to ensure sufficient resources for compensating workers, with the goal of maintaining a qualified workforce capable of delivering high-quality care. The bill authorizes the commissioner of health to establish a credit enhancement program to help home care providers transition from fee-for-service to managed long-term care, particularly for those lacking financial resources. The program, to be administered by the Dormitory Authority, will provide loans with specific conditions: applicants must submit comprehensive business plans demonstrating how they will improve healthcare delivery, collaborate with regional providers, and meet specific health reform objectives. The bill also modifies insurance law to expedite payment timelines for home care providers, requiring insurers to pay claims within 15 days during the Medicaid managed long-term care transition period. Additionally, the bill creates provisions to protect committee members from personal liability and establishes a process for handling potential loan defaults, primarily using federal funds from sources like the Affordable Care Act and the state's 1115 partnership plan waiver. These changes aim to stabilize and improve the home care service sector while supporting broader healthcare reform efforts.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6367