Fund Transplants for Immigrants

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Why it matters

1. 1

   Expands access to life-saving organ transplants for undocumented immigrants. who live in New York, meaning residents who are otherwise eligible for Medicaid except for their immigration status will now qualify for transplant-related care if needed.

2. 2

   Reduces disparities in healthcare outcomes. by ensuring that all New York residents, regardless of immigration status, can receive medically necessary organ transplants, which could improve public health and reduce preventable deaths.

3. 3

   Requires that organ transplants covered under this policy be medically necessary. , with such necessity determined by standards set in regulations by the commissioner of health, providing a safeguard to ensure appropriate use of resources.

4. 4

   May impact healthcare costs and resource allocation. within the state by increasing demand for transplant services, but could also reduce long-term costs associated with untreated organ failure (such as emergency care and chronic illness management).

Who cares

• New York residents excluded from medical assistance because of immigration status

  The bill would cover medically necessary organ transplant surgery, related medical care and prescription drugs if they otherwise qualify for benefits.

• Transplant hospitals and medical providers

  The bill would authorize medical assistance payments for transplant-related services for these newly eligible residents.

• New York State Department of Health

  The health commissioner would establish regulations specifying how medical necessity must be proven for transplant coverage.

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