A federal judge extended the deadline for thousands of New Yorkers in the CDPAP program to transition to Public Partnerships, LLC, following advocacy from state officials and legal groups. The new deadlines push registration for consumers to May 15 and caregivers to June 6. Concerns arose about ineffective outreach, particularly for non-English-speaking immigrant communities, which led to fears of disrupted care services. The state reported a high registration rate, but emphasized the need for continued support and efforts to ensure everyone can access necessary services.
A federal judge has extended the deadline for New York's CDPAP consumers to transition to Public Partnerships, LLC, aiming to support underserved communities.
U.S. District Judge Frederick Block's ruling allows CDPAP consumers until May 15 to register, addressing concerns about the transition's rushed implementation.
State Sen. John Liu emphasized the necessity of this extension, stating it protects patients and caregivers during a critical period of transition.
Critics have voiced concerns about inadequate outreach to non-English-speaking residents during this transition, highlighting the need for improved communication efforts.
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