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MA S1260

Relative to the protection of patient identity in waiting rooms


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
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)

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