Bill > S1228

This bill creates a CT (computed tomography) task force within the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. The task force will consist of various medical professionals, including radiologists, CT technicians, and representatives from CT equipment manufacturers and patient advocacy organizations. The task force will make recommendations on optimal CT scan dosages, provide guidance on radiation dose optimization, design a mandatory education curriculum on CT scan practices, evaluate certification and licensure requirements for medical professionals involved in CT scans, and develop a plan to reduce radiation exposure while maintaining image quality. The task force will review information from the FDA and professional medical organizations, and will submit a report with its findings and recommendations to the state government by December 31, 2020.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1228