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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 definition of podiatry. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill updates the definition of podiatry in Massachusetts law. It specifies that podiatry includes the diagnosis and treatment of ailments of the human foot and lower leg using medical, mechanical, electrical, or surgical means. The bill also includes podiatrists registered under Section 16 in the definition of "physician" for certain sections of the law. Additionally, the bill exempts surgeons from the U.S. Army, Navy, or Public Health Service, as well as physicians registered in Massachusetts, from certain sections of the law related to podiatry.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2751 (on 06/09/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1329 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1329.pdf |
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