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

New York S06369, known as "Killian's law," establishes a timely repair for wheelchair program, extending the warranty period for wheelchairs to 2 years. The law requires wheelchair manufacturers and dealers to repair wheelchairs within ten days of a request, with a temporary wheelchair provided if the repair takes longer than 30 days. It also deems all wheelchair repairs needed within 5 years of the initial prescription medically necessary, eliminating the need for a new prescription or prior authorization.

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

New York S06369, known as "Killian's law," establishes a timely repair for wheelchair program, extending the warranty period for wheelchairs to 2 years. The law requires wheelchair manufacturers and dealers to repair wheelchairs within ten days of a request, with a temporary wheelchair provided if the repair takes longer than 30 days. It also deems all wheelchair repairs needed within 5 years of the initial prescription medically necessary, eliminating the need for a new prescription or prior authorization.