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MA H1110
To extend coverage for any willing provider to qualify as a mental health professional
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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
Relative to the right of health care consumers to receive treatment of mental health conditions from providers of their choice. Financial Services.
AI Summary
This bill aims to extend coverage for any willing provider to qualify as a mental health professional. It amends Chapter 176O of the General Laws to prevent health insurance carriers from excluding licensed mental health or substance abuse providers from their networks if the providers are willing to meet the carrier's participation terms and conditions. The bill also requires health benefit plans to provide equal coverage for mental health and physical health conditions, with the same deductibles and out-of-pocket limits. Additionally, the bill reaffirms the right of health care consumers to receive treatment for mental health conditions from providers of their choice, as long as the providers are licensed and certified by the Commonwealth, without interruption due to changes in the consumer's insurance coverage.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4975 (on 09/01/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1110 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1110.pdf |
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