N.Y. Public Health Law Section 2899-H
Consulting physician responsibilities


Before a patient who is requesting medication may receive a prescription for medication under this article, a consulting physician must:

1.

examine the patient and such patient’s relevant medical records;

2.

confirm, in writing, to the attending physician and the patient, whether:

(a)

the patient has a terminal illness or condition;

(b)

the patient is making an informed decision;

(c)

the patient has decision-making capacity; and

(d)

the patient is acting voluntarily, of the patient’s own volition and without coercion. * NB Effective August 5, 2026

Source: Section 2899-H — Consulting physician responsibilities, https://www.­nysenate.­gov/legislation/laws/PBH/2899-H (updated Feb. 13, 2026; accessed Feb. 14, 2026).

Verified:
Feb. 14, 2026

Last modified:
Feb. 13, 2026

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