New York A08355 amends the social services law to redefine fiscal intermediaries for the consumer directed personal assistance program.

New York A08355 amends the social services law to redefine fiscal intermediaries for the consumer directed personal assistance program. It specifies that only certain entities can provide fiscal intermediary services, including those with a contract with the department of health. The bill also allows fiscal intermediaries to expand their services with department approval through an expedited process. Additionally, it mandates that fiscal intermediaries must have cultural and linguistic competency and comply with registration requirements.

New York A08355 amends the social services law to redefine fiscal intermediaries for the consumer directed personal assistance program.

New York A08355 amends the social services law to redefine fiscal intermediaries for the consumer directed personal assistance program. It specifies that only certain entities can provide fiscal intermediary services, including those with a contract with the department of health. The bill also allows fiscal intermediaries to expand their services with department approval through an expedited process. Additionally, it mandates that fiscal intermediaries must have cultural and linguistic competency and comply with registration requirements.