Healthcare (Primary Care)

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5299: Expands the Doctors Across New York program to include dentists

This bill expands New York's "Doctors Across New York" program to include dentists in addition to physicians. It allocates state funds specifically for loan repayment and practice support for dentists (and physicians) who work in underserved communities, with at least 50% of funds directed to general hospitals. Funding is distributed regionally (1/3 to NYC, 2/3 to the rest of the state) without competitive bidding, prioritizing primary care providers entering underserved areas. The policy directly affects dentists and physicians seeking to establish or join practices in underserved communities across New York State.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands healthcare access by funding dentists in underserved areas via loan repayment and practice support, prioritizing primary care providers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Primary Care

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 6, 2026

A 8048: Relates to add-on payment for pediatric practices that implement the HealthySteps model

This bill directs the state health commissioner to create a special payment add-on for pediatric clinics that adopt the HealthySteps model of care. The program is designed to support team-based services aimed at improving child screenings, behavioral health promotion, and family support for children from birth to age six. To qualify for this additional funding, a clinic must demonstrate that it is meeting specific performance standards required by the HealthySteps program. The new payment rate would apply to federally qualified health centers and rural health clinics, with funds excluded from certain financial reports. The legislation is scheduled to take effect on April 1, 2027.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates enhanced reimbursement rates for pediatric practices in HealthySteps program, directly increasing funding for child healthcare access and strengthening public health initiative.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health Primary Care

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6107: Creates the Brooklyn health care commission

Relates to creating the Brooklyn health care commission which shall be charged with examining the system of general hospitals, nursing homes, ambulatory and primary care facilities, and medical school facilities in Kings county and recommending changes to that system.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates commission to examine and recommend system improvements for Brooklyn healthcare facilities, directly advancing healthcare infrastructure analysis and potential enhancements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Primary Care

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5091: Expands the Doctors Across New York program to include dentists

S 5091 expands New York's "Doctors Across New York" program to include dentists, allowing them to access the same loan repayment and practice support benefits previously available only to physicians. The bill allocates specific state funds for dentist loan repayment (through Section 2807-m) and practice support (through Section 2807-m), maintaining the existing regional funding distribution (1/3 to NYC, 2/3 to other areas) and prioritizing underserved communities. Key provisions require at least 50% of funds to support general hospitals and ensure dentists working in primary care or specialty practices in underserved areas can qualify for assistance. The changes directly affect dentists and physicians seeking to establish or join practices in medically underserved regions across New York State.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands healthcare access by funding dentist loan repayment/practice support through existing program, prioritizing underserved communities and improving dental care access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Primary Care

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passed · New York · Assembly Jun 17, 2025

E 820: Establishes a plan setting forth an itemized list of grantees for a certain appropriation for the 2025-26 state fiscal year for grants in aid for certain services and expenses

This bill (Assembly Resolution E820) is a procedural resolution that specifies the exact organizations and funding amounts for state grants in the 2025-26 fiscal year. It directly affects health centers, human services organizations, nonprofits, municipalities, and other eligible entities listed in the resolution (e.g., APICHA COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER, $25,000; UNITED HOSPICE, $95,000). The key mechanism is requiring a detailed, itemized list of grantees with allocated funds to be approved by the Assembly Speaker and budget director before being included in a spending resolution. The resolution does not create new programs but formalizes existing funding allocations for services like healthcare, mental health, and community support.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates specific state funds ($25k-$95k) to health centers and nonprofits via itemized grants for 2025-26 fiscal year, directly funding essential public services.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates state funds to healthcare entities (e.g., APICHA COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER, UNITED HOSPICE) for services, directly advancing healthcare access through targeted grants.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Primary Care

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 29, 2026

A 1915: Provides for primary care investment

Requires health care plans and payors to have a minimum of twelve and one-half percent of their total expenditures on physical and mental health annually be for primary care services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates 12.5% annual expenditure on primary care (physical/mental health), directly increasing healthcare funding and access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Primary Care

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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

Sub-Topics Insurance Primary Care

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1691: Expands health care services provided by telehealth

Expands health care services provided by telehealth to include services delivered through a facility licensed under article twenty-eight of the public health law that is eligible to be designated or has received a designation as a federally qualified health center, including those facilities that are also licensed under article thirty-one or article thirty-two of the mental hygiene law.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly expands telehealth access to federally qualified health centers and mental health facilities, improving patient access to healthcare services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Primary Care Public Health Telehealth

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1717: Removes limits on licensed physical therapists treating patients without a referral

This bill removes the previous 10-visit or 30-day limit for licensed physical therapists treating patients without a physician referral. It directly affects physical therapists and their patients, allowing extended treatment without referral while adding new requirements: therapists must refer patients if symptoms suggest conditions outside their scope, maintain communication with primary care providers during treatment, and provide written notice to patients about potential insurance coverage issues without a referral. The law mandates this notice be documented in patient records. Patients may face uncovered costs if treatment occurs without a referral, as insurers typically require one for coverage.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRemoves referral limits for physical therapists, improving patient access to care without unnecessary barriers while adding coordination requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Primary Care

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 9, 2026

S 3359: Expands health care services provided by telehealth

Expands health care services provided by telehealth to include services delivered through a facility licensed under article twenty-eight of the public health law that is eligible to be designated or has received a designation as a federally qualified health center, including those facilities that are also licensed under article thirty-one or article thirty-two of the mental hygiene law.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands telehealth access to federally qualified health centers and mental health facilities, improving patient access and strengthening mental health services coverage.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Primary Care Public Health Telehealth

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