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New York Public Health Law Provides Immunity for Facilities and Professionals Responding to COVID-19
New York has enacted the Emergency Disaster Treatment Protection Act, a new statute in the Public Health Law that provides healthcare facilities and professionals immunity from civil or criminal liability when delivering care related to COVID-19.
A new Executive Order issued by New York Governor Cuomo continues certain healthcare and malpractice liability directives outlined in previous Executive Orders that address the COVID-19 pandemic.
MSSNY Offers COVID-19 Pandemic Resources for New York Physicians
The Medical Society of the State of New York (MSSNY) has assembled a number of critical resources for New York physicians as they care for patients during the COVID-19 public health crisis.
Cuomo Executive Order Grants Immunity to Healthcare Providers During COVID-19 Emergency
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has issued an Executive Order granting immunity to healthcare providers responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s MLMIC’s statement on its meaning and significance.
Guidance on Using Telemedicine for Coronavirus
Physicians are reminded to adhere to New York State policy when delivering telehealth services for coronavirus.
MLMIC, HANYS and FAKS to Host 2019 Healthcare Law Review Webinar on November 14
MLMIC, HANYS and FAKS will host a complimentary webinar on November 14 on regulatory and legal developments related to healthcare delivery in New York State.
New Cybersecurity Protocol for New York State Healthcare Organizations
Healthcare organizations in New York State may need additional cybersecurity safeguards in order to meet new requirements under the SHIELD Act.
NYSDOH Issues Emergency Regulations for Granting Medical Exemptions From Immunizations
MSSNY updates physicians on emergency regulations issued by the New York State Department of Health with regard to granting medical exemptions from immunizations.
New York’s Sepsis Management Protocol Reduces Death Rate
Researchers have found New York State’s mandated “protocolized sepsis care was associated with a greater decrease in sepsis mortality” compared with states without these regulations.
New York State Repeals Religious Exemption from School Vaccination Requirements
On June 13, 2019, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo signed legislation repealing a Public Health Law provision which allowed exemptions from school vaccination requirements based upon a parent’s or guardian’s religious beliefs.