New York S05565 requires health insurance policies and Medicaid to cover patient navigation services.

New York S05565 amends the insurance law to mandate that health insurance policies and Medicaid cover patient navigation services. These services aim to improve access to care for individuals with serious conditions expected to last at least three months, placing them at high risk for hospitalization, nursing home placement, worsening symptoms, physical or mental decline, or death. Patient navigation services include screening for nonclinical and social needs, referrals and follow-up, enrollment assistance, arranging healthcare visits, and other health education and advocacy.

New York S05565 requires health insurance policies and Medicaid to cover patient navigation services.

New York S05565 amends the insurance law to mandate that health insurance policies and Medicaid cover patient navigation services. These services aim to improve access to care for individuals with serious conditions expected to last at least three months, placing them at high risk for hospitalization, nursing home placement, worsening symptoms, physical or mental decline, or death. Patient navigation services include screening for nonclinical and social needs, referrals and follow-up, enrollment assistance, arranging healthcare visits, and other health education and advocacy.