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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 to provide access to patient protection services for MassHealth consumers. Health Care Financing.
AI Summary
This bill aims to provide access to patient protection services for MassHealth consumers, which is the state's Medicaid program. It requires that every person covered by MassHealth, including those enrolled in contracted health plans, organizations, and third-party administrators, have access to the standards and procedures established under sections 12, 13, and 14 of Chapter 176O of the Massachusetts General Laws. These standards will be administered and enforced by the Office of Patient Protection, which is established under Section 16 of Chapter 6D of the General Laws. The bill also directs the Executive Office of Health and Human Services and the Division of Medical Assistance to request waivers from any federal laws or regulations that may impede the effective implementation of this act.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2800 (on 03/31/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S775 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S775.pdf |
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