Bill > A07784

This bill amends the New York social services law to include implantable infusion pumps as a standard coverage option for medical assistance specifically for managing chronic non-cancer pain. An implantable infusion pump is a medical device surgically placed under the skin that can automatically deliver medication directly into the body, which in this context would be used for patients experiencing persistent pain not related to cancer. By adding this provision to subdivision 2 of section 365-a of the social services law, the bill ensures that individuals receiving medical assistance will have access to this pain management treatment option. The legislative change will go into effect on July 1, 2025, giving state agencies and healthcare providers time to prepare for implementing this new coverage mandate. This amendment represents an expansion of medical assistance benefits, potentially improving pain management options for patients with chronic non-cancer pain who may not have previously had access to implantable infusion pump treatments through their medical assistance program.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7784