New York A11001 amends the mental hygiene law to establish reimbursement rates for non-medical transportation for individuals with a substance use.

New York A11001 amends the mental hygiene law by adding a new section 19.18-d. This section mandates the establishment of reimbursement rates for non-medical transportation for individuals with a substance use disorder to access peer support services. The office of addiction services and supports will oversee the development of these rates, in consultation with the department of health. The bill also encourages the pursuit of federal Medicaid participation and reimbursement, as well as the use of federal grants to support these reimbursements.

New York A11001 amends the mental hygiene law to establish reimbursement rates for non-medical transportation for individuals with a substance use.

New York A11001 amends the mental hygiene law by adding a new section 19.18-d. This section mandates the establishment of reimbursement rates for non-medical transportation for individuals with a substance use disorder to access peer support services. The office of addiction services and supports will oversee the development of these rates, in consultation with the department of health. The bill also encourages the pursuit of federal Medicaid participation and reimbursement, as well as the use of federal grants to support these reimbursements.