New York S03086 mandates the use of existing public transportation systems for Medicaid recipients in rural areas when they are appropriate.

New York S03086 amends the social services law to ensure that when the commissioner of health takes over the responsibility for transporting Medicaid recipients in rural areas, existing public transportation systems are utilized. This applies if such systems are appropriate, available, and the least expensive mode of transportation. The bill ensures cost-effective and efficient transportation for eligible individuals in rural counties.

New York S03086 mandates the use of existing public transportation systems for Medicaid recipients in rural areas when they are appropriate.

New York S03086 amends the social services law to ensure that when the commissioner of health takes over the responsibility for transporting Medicaid recipients in rural areas, existing public transportation systems are utilized. This applies if such systems are appropriate, available, and the least expensive mode of transportation. The bill ensures cost-effective and efficient transportation for eligible individuals in rural counties.