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BILL NUMBER:S2609
Title of bill
An act to amend the executive law, in relation to establishing the office of Empire Blue Cross and Blue Shield inspector general
Summary
This bill would add a new section 75 to the Executive Law and create the office of the Empire Blue Cross and Blue Shield Inspector General within the Office of the Deputy Attorney General for Medicaid Fraud Control. The Blue Cross and Blue Shield Inspector General shall be empowered to investigate the activities of and prosecute fraud, abuse or illegal acts perpetrated by Empire Blue Cross and Blue Shield.
Justification
The rising cost of health care in our state has been partly linked to alleged fraud in the delivery system. This bill created an office to investigate the activities of Blue Cross and Blue Shield and thereby alleviate any strain to consumers due to illegal activity.
Fiscal implications
Not been determined.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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