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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/30/2022
03/30/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to healthcare insurance coverage for dual diagnosis of mental illness and substance use disorders. Financial Services.
AI Summary
This bill aims to expand healthcare insurance coverage for individuals with a dual diagnosis of mental illness and substance use disorder. The key provisions of the bill require that acute treatment services include any medically necessary services provided to individuals with a dual diagnosis who are receiving treatment in a facility licensed or certified by the Department of Mental Health or the Department of Public Health. This change is made to various sections of Massachusetts state law governing different types of healthcare insurance plans, including those covering state employees, Medicaid, and private insurance.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (5)
Elizabeth Malia (D)*,
Marcos Devers (D),
Jamie Eldridge (D),
Carlos González (D),
Lindsay Sabadosa (D),
Last Action
No further action taken (on 01/03/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1147 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1147.pdf |
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