Affirmation of a Health Care Practitioner Bill signed into New York law

The NYSCA Legislative Committee is pleased to share a legislative update regarding the passage of a bill (S2997/A6065) that will create a level playing field for all health care providers who are assisting a patient in a lawsuit.

Chapter 585 of the Laws of 2023 amend New York’s Civil Practice Law and Rules to extend provisions that allow for the submission of health care statements under the penalty of perjury instead of requiring a notarized statement from the health care provider.

For a number of years, attorneys, physicians, osteopaths and dentists have been allowed to submit an affirmation of truth in litigation affirming their health care opinion as an alternative to the notarized statement required of all other health care providers. With this change, all health care providers licensed under Title VIII of the New York State Education law will be allowed to submit an affirmation of truth and will no longer need a notarized statement.

While this may seem like a small change, it is another example of legislation showing how New York is recognizing the vital role of all health care providers, including doctors of chiropractic. This legislation was signed into law on Oct. 25 and took effect immediately.

The NYSCA looks forward to continuing to support legislation to level the playing field for all providers in New York.

For more information, visit the NYSCA’s website.