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MA S665

Providing for consumer access to and the right to practice complementary and alternative health care services


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
04/04/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to provide for consumer access to and the right to practice complementary and alternative health care services. Health Care Financing.

AI Summary

This bill aims to provide consumers in Massachusetts with access to and the right to practice complementary and alternative health care services. It defines "complementary and alternative health care services" and "complementary and alternative health care practitioners" as those not licensed, certified, or registered by the state. The bill allows these practitioners to provide services without violating certain health care practice laws, as long as they fulfill disclosure requirements and do not engage in prohibited activities like performing surgery or prescribing controlled substances. The bill also exempts licensed health care professionals and those already exempt from professional practice acts from its provisions.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (12)

Last Action

House concurred (on 02/10/2020)

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