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This bill requires health insurance providers in New York to make available and, if requested, provide coverage for epinephrine auto-injector devices (commonly known as epi-pens) for insured individuals who are 18 years old or younger. The bill amends three sections of the insurance law to ensure that individual accident and health insurance policies, group or blanket insurance policies, and medical expense indemnity corporations, hospital service corporations, and health service corporations all must cover these medically necessary devices for children and teenagers. The definition of "epinephrine auto-injector device" is referenced from the public health law, and the coverage requirement applies to new contracts and contract renewals after the law takes effect. The bill aims to improve access to these critical medical devices for young people who may experience severe allergic reactions, ensuring that families can obtain epi-pens through their health insurance with less financial burden.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6295