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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to communications between health insurers and patients. Financial Services.
AI Summary
This bill aims to restrict communications between health insurers, accountable care organizations, and patients or their families regarding end-of-life treatment options or emergency code status responses. Specifically, it prohibits carriers, their representatives, and entities contracting to provide healthcare services from initiating such communications without the knowledge or presence of the patient's treating physician. The goal is to ensure that discussions about sensitive end-of-life decisions involve the treating physician to protect patients' interests and rights.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2693 (on 02/14/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S628 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S628.pdf |
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