Adds Down syndrome to developmental disability definition for Medicaid; expands definition to include children under ten and four with high.

This bill amends the mental hygiene law to add Down syndrome to the definition of developmental disability, making it an automatic qualifier for Medicaid. It also expands the definition to include children under ten who, without services and supports, have a high probability of meeting the criteria for a substantial handicap later in life. Additionally, it includes children under four who meet the criteria for a developmental disability. This change aims to ensure broader access to necessary services and supports for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Adds Down syndrome to developmental disability definition for Medicaid; expands definition to include children under ten and four with high.

This bill amends the mental hygiene law to add Down syndrome to the definition of developmental disability, making it an automatic qualifier for Medicaid. It also expands the definition to include children under ten who, without services and supports, have a high probability of meeting the criteria for a substantial handicap later in life. Additionally, it includes children under four who meet the criteria for a developmental disability. This change aims to ensure broader access to necessary services and supports for individuals with developmental disabilities.