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MA S1510

Relative to the definition of podiatry


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to the definition of podiatry. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill amends the definition of "podiatry" in Massachusetts law to include the diagnosis and treatment of ailments of the human foot and lower leg using medical, mechanical, electrical, or surgical means. It also clarifies that the term "physician" as used in certain sections of the law includes podiatrists registered in the Commonwealth, but excludes certain surgeons in the U.S. army, navy, or public health service, as well as physicians registered in Massachusetts.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (14)

Last Action

Accompanied H2270 (on 04/14/2022)

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