Healthcare (Insurance)

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6305: Creates the health insurance guaranty fund

Creates the health insurance guaranty fund to protect covered individuals against the failure or inability of a health insurer to perform its contractual obligations due to financial impairment or insolvency.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates fund to protect insured individuals from insurer insolvency, strengthening consumer protection in healthcare coverage95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7175: Expands insurance coverage for in vitro fertilization to include three complete oocyte retrievals and in vitro fertilization with unlimited embryo transfers; includes coverage under individual policies

Expands insurance coverage for in vitro fertilization; includes coverage under individual policies; provides coverage for three complete oocyte retrievals and in vitro fertilization with unlimited embryo transfers.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands insurance coverage for IVF procedures, increasing patient access to reproductive healthcare services.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5123: Requires genetic testing results only be received by patients and health care providers providing direct care while health insurance companies only receive a record that the genetic testing was performed

Requires genetic testing results only be received by patients and health care providers providing direct care while health insurance companies only receive a record that the genetic testing was performed; provides insurers cannot require access to genetic testing results and cannot take adverse action against someone for not providing genetic testing results.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProtects patient genetic privacy by restricting insurer access to test results, preventing discrimination and aligning with patient rights in healthcare.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects genetic data privacy by restricting insurer access to detailed results, aligning with data privacy protections in technology policy.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6862: Requires health insurers to provide coverage for long term medical care for Lyme disease and other tick borne related pathogens

This bill requires all health insurers in New York to cover long-term treatment for Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses. It mandates coverage for at least 30 days of intravenous antibiotics, 60 days of oral antibiotics, or a combination, plus additional treatment as recommended by a physician. The law applies to all individual health insurance policies, group plans, and medical expense corporations. It also expands workers' compensation to include Lyme disease as a covered disability and clarifies that workplace-related tick-borne illnesses qualify for benefits.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurers to cover long-term Lyme disease treatment, expanding patient access to essential care and protecting coverage rights for tick-borne illnesses.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands workers' compensation to cover Lyme disease as a covered disability, directly enhancing workplace injury protections and benefits for affected workers.90% confidence

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signed · New York · Assembly Nov 21, 2025

A 128: Requires insurance coverage for inhalers at no cost

This bill requires most health insurance plans in New York to cover one rescue inhaler and one maintenance inhaler for asthma treatment at no cost to the patient. It applies to all medical, major medical, and comprehensive health insurance policies that cover prescription drugs, directly affecting asthma patients who rely on these medications. Insurers must provide this coverage without deductibles, copayments, or other cost-sharing, with a narrow exception only for high-deductible plans that would otherwise disqualify patients from health savings accounts. The law takes effect January 1, 2027, for all new or renewed policies.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates no-cost coverage for asthma inhalers, removing financial barriers and improving patient access to essential medications under insurance coverage.95% confidence

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failed · New York · Assembly May 20, 2026

A 9254: Enacts the Northeast Regional Health Insurance Compact Act

Enacts the Northeast Regional Health Insurance Compact Act directing the governor to invite the governors of Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Maine, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania to participate in a Northeast Regional Health Insurance Compact Summit along with their respective health and insurance regulators, to discuss the feasibility of creating a Regional Health Insurance Collaborative that allows residents of participating states to purchase qualified health insurance plans offered in any member state.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill proposes regional insurance collaborative to expand access to qualified health insurance across states, indicating intent to strengthen coverage options and improve patient access.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5734: Expands insurance coverage for in vitro fertilization to include three complete oocyte retrievals and in vitro fertilization with unlimited embryo transfers; includes coverage under individual policies

Expands insurance coverage for in vitro fertilization; includes coverage under individual policies; provides coverage for three complete oocyte retrievals and in vitro fertilization with unlimited embryo transfers.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly expands insurance coverage for IVF procedures, increasing access to reproductive healthcare services.95% confidence

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signed · New York · Assembly Oct 16, 2025

A 3280: Enacts the "Eli Parker Levitt Law"

This bill requires health insurance policies to cover medically necessary transvaginal ultrasounds during pregnancy when recommended by established medical guidelines. It directly affects insured pregnant individuals and insurers by mandating this coverage under specific conditions. The law defines "nationally recognized clinical practice guidelines" as evidence-based standards developed by independent medical organizations with transparent processes. The requirement applies to all new or renewed policies issued on or after January 1, 2027.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage for medically necessary transvaginal ultrasounds during pregnancy, expanding health coverage for pregnant individuals.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8352: Requires insurance coverage of outpatient problem gambling services

This bill requires health insurance companies to cover outpatient treatment for problem gambling as part of substance use disorder services. It applies to all medical, major medical, or comprehensive insurance policies sold in New York. The law mandates that coverage for problem gambling cannot have stricter financial limits (like higher copays) or treatment restrictions than those applied to standard medical or surgical care. This ensures gambling treatment is covered on par with other medical services without additional barriers.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage for problem gambling treatment as part of mental health services, ensuring parity with medical care and expanding access to behavioral health treatment.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 5, 2025

A 812: Requires certain types of insurance cover certain allergen introduction dietary supplements

This bill requires most health insurance plans covering preventative care to pay for two specific infant dietary supplements designed to reduce food allergy risks: one containing safe, well-cooked egg protein and another with safe peanut protein. The supplements must be prescribed by a licensed healthcare provider for infants under medical guidance. It applies to all individual and group health insurance policies offering comprehensive coverage for preventative and primary care services. The law would take effect January 1st following enactment, mandating coverage for these supplements without requiring prior authorization from insurers.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage for preventative allergy-reduction supplements, expanding access to essential healthcare services under preventative care requirements.95% confidence

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