New York A01123 creates autism teams in hospitals to assist with patients with autism.
New York A01123 requires the Department of Health to design a pilot program to develop an "autism team" in hospitals. This team will be knowledgeable about autism and communication difficulties many people with autism have. They will advise physicians and other staff on how to communicate with patients with autism. The bill also mandates specialized training on autism for primary care physicians, neurologists, psychiatrists, dentists, emergency room personnel, and other medical specialists.
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