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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to further define medical necessity determinations. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
AI Summary
This bill aims to further define medical necessity determinations for mental health treatment. It amends two sections of Massachusetts state law to require that medical necessity for mental health services be determined by the treating clinician in consultation with the patient and noted in the patient's medical record, rather than by the insurer or other external party. This change is intended to give more autonomy to clinicians and patients in making decisions about appropriate mental health care.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (6)
Julian Cyr (D),
Jim Hawkins (D),
Natalie Higgins (D),
Mary Keefe (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
Paul Tucker (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4450 (on 02/20/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1723 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1723.pdf |
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