Enacts "Killian's law"; establishes a timely repair for wheelchair program; extends the warranty period for wheelchairs to 2 years; deems all.

New York A08740, known as "Killian's law," establishes a timely repair for wheelchair program, extending the warranty period for wheelchairs to 2 years. It mandates that wheelchair manufacturers and dealers respond to repair requests within one business day and complete repairs within ten days. Wheelchair repairs needed within five years of the initial prescription are deemed medically necessary and do not require a new prescription or prior authorization. The chief disability officer must report annually on the timely repair for wheelchair program and complaints regarding wheelchair repairs.

Enacts "Killian's law"; establishes a timely repair for wheelchair program; extends the warranty period for wheelchairs to 2 years; deems all.

New York A08740, known as "Killian's law," establishes a timely repair for wheelchair program, extending the warranty period for wheelchairs to 2 years. It mandates that wheelchair manufacturers and dealers respond to repair requests within one business day and complete repairs within ten days. Wheelchair repairs needed within five years of the initial prescription are deemed medically necessary and do not require a new prescription or prior authorization. The chief disability officer must report annually on the timely repair for wheelchair program and complaints regarding wheelchair repairs.