New York S01476 requires certain health care providers to disclose their disciplinary status to current and new patients.

New York S01476 amends the public health law to mandate that specific health care providers disclose their disciplinary status to both current and new patients. This disclosure must occur prior to any treatment, service, procedure, or other direct health care, unless an emergency exists or the patient is incapacitated. The disclosure must include the provider's status with the Office of Professional Medical Conduct or from a court of law, the length and expiration date of any penalties, and the cause for disciplinary action.

New York S01476 requires certain health care providers to disclose their disciplinary status to current and new patients.

New York S01476 amends the public health law to mandate that specific health care providers disclose their disciplinary status to both current and new patients. This disclosure must occur prior to any treatment, service, procedure, or other direct health care, unless an emergency exists or the patient is incapacitated. The disclosure must include the provider's status with the Office of Professional Medical Conduct or from a court of law, the length and expiration date of any penalties, and the cause for disciplinary action.