New York A06143 mandates disclosure of out-of-network surgical treatment within 24 hours of approval.

New York A06143 amends the public health law to require hospitals and licensed entities providing surgical care to inform patients if any part of their approved treatment will be rendered by an out-of-network provider. This notice must be delivered via phone call, email, or text message at the time of approval and confirmed by mail within 24 hours. If the hospital or entity fails to provide this notice at least 48 hours before the procedure, they must cover the cost of the procedure as if it were rendered by an in-network provider.

New York A06143 mandates disclosure of out-of-network surgical treatment within 24 hours of approval.

New York A06143 amends the public health law to require hospitals and licensed entities providing surgical care to inform patients if any part of their approved treatment will be rendered by an out-of-network provider. This notice must be delivered via phone call, email, or text message at the time of approval and confirmed by mail within 24 hours. If the hospital or entity fails to provide this notice at least 48 hours before the procedure, they must cover the cost of the procedure as if it were rendered by an in-network provider.