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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 relative to the protection of patient identity in waiting rooms. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing Massachusetts law to extend patient confidentiality requirements to a healthcare facility's common areas and waiting rooms. Specifically, it requires facilities to develop and implement systems to protect the confidentiality of all patients and residents, including in these common spaces. This change aims to safeguard patient privacy and identity in healthcare settings beyond just individual patient rooms or records.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2547 (on 02/20/2020)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1260 |
Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1260.pdf |
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