New York S00776 defines medically fragile young adults as those aged 21-35 who meet the criteria for children with medical fragility.

New York S00776 amends the public health law to define medically fragile young adults as individuals aged 21-35 who meet the criteria for children with medical fragility. The bill ensures that these young adults can remain in pediatric specialized nursing facilities and receive Medicaid reimbursement at the same rate as medically fragile children, without daily limits. The provisions of the bill are effective immediately, with certain sections aligning with related legislation from 2024.

New York S00776 defines medically fragile young adults as those aged 21-35 who meet the criteria for children with medical fragility.

New York S00776 amends the public health law to define medically fragile young adults as individuals aged 21-35 who meet the criteria for children with medical fragility. The bill ensures that these young adults can remain in pediatric specialized nursing facilities and receive Medicaid reimbursement at the same rate as medically fragile children, without daily limits. The provisions of the bill are effective immediately, with certain sections aligning with related legislation from 2024.