Relates to the dispensing of hearing aids

This bill requires physicians who dispense hearing aids after conducting a required medical evaluation to sell them and related services (including repairs) at fair market value, not at inflated prices. It directly affects otolaryngologists and other licensed physicians who dispense hearing aids, mandating they provide repairs on devices they sold. Key provisions include prohibiting profit-based pricing for hearing aids and ensuring all necessary items or services are sold at fair market value. The law also requires these physicians to comply with additional existing regulations (sections 791, 798, and 803 of the business law). The bill takes immediate effect and was recently referred to the Consumer Protection committee.