The bill, titled "Cody's Law: Florida No Vaccine-Injured Patient Left Behind," aims to enhance the process for claims related to adverse reactions to vaccines, immunizing agents, and emergency countermeasure drugs under the Medicaid and medically needy programs in Florida. It establishes a new section, 409.9043, which mandates the Agency for Health Care Administration to expedite the review and payment of claims where a physician has diagnosed a severe or life-threatening injury caused by these medical interventions. The bill also requires the agency to publish relevant information on its website, including lists of medical conditions and potential adverse reactions associated with the vaccines and drugs in question.

Additionally, the agency is tasked with informing healthcare providers about the new requirements to better assist patients with urgent medical needs stemming from vaccine-related injuries. The bill stipulates that the agency must seek federal approval if necessary and adopt rules to effectively implement these provisions. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.