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MA H488

Relative to non-medical healthcare expenses related to prevention of COVID-19


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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

Relative to non-medical healthcare expenses related to prevention of COVID-19. Covid-19 and Emergency Preparedness and Management.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits healthcare providers from charging patients for non-medical expenses related to the prevention of COVID-19, including the cost of personal protective equipment (PPE) worn by providers and increased cleaning and sterilization costs. The Department of Health is required to promulgate regulations to implement this new section of the law.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4968 (on 07/20/2022)

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