New York A00812 mandates insurance coverage for early allergen introduction dietary supplements for egg and peanut allergens.

New York A00812 amends the insurance law to require certain types of insurance to cover early allergen introduction dietary supplements for egg and peanut allergens. These supplements must contain sufficient infant-safe, well-cooked egg or peanut protein to reduce the risk of food allergies and must be prescribed by a health care practitioner licensed under title eight of the education law. The bill applies to policies providing medical, major medical, or similar comprehensive-type coverage that also covers preventative and primary care services.

New York A00812 mandates insurance coverage for early allergen introduction dietary supplements for egg and peanut allergens.

New York A00812 amends the insurance law to require certain types of insurance to cover early allergen introduction dietary supplements for egg and peanut allergens. These supplements must contain sufficient infant-safe, well-cooked egg or peanut protein to reduce the risk of food allergies and must be prescribed by a health care practitioner licensed under title eight of the education law. The bill applies to policies providing medical, major medical, or similar comprehensive-type coverage that also covers preventative and primary care services.