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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
03/02/2020
03/02/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to insurance coverage for pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections and pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome. Financial Services.
AI Summary
This bill requires insurance coverage for the treatment of pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections (PANDAS) and pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome (PANS). The treatment covered includes, but is not limited to, the use of Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) therapy. The bill amends various chapters of the Massachusetts General Laws to mandate this insurance coverage for active and retired state employees, as well as for any policy, contract, agreement, plan, or certificate of insurance issued, delivered, or renewed within the Commonwealth.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Reporting date extended to Thursday December 31, 2020, pending concurrence (on 06/22/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H947 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H947.pdf |
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