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Introduced
05/09/2022
05/09/2022
In Committee
05/09/2022
05/09/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to breast cancer equity and early detection
AI Summary
This bill aims to expand breast cancer screening coverage in Massachusetts. It requires that any health insurance plan, including those offered by the state's Group Insurance Commission, Medicaid, and private insurers, provide coverage for diagnostic examinations and digital breast tomosynthesis (3D mammography) at no less favorable terms than screening mammograms. The bill also allows high-deductible health plans to maintain cost-sharing requirements for these services to the extent necessary to maintain the plan's eligibility as a tax-advantaged health savings account (HSA) plan, except for preventive care services as defined by federal regulations. The overall goal is to improve access to comprehensive breast cancer screening and early detection for individuals covered by health insurance in Massachusetts.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (18)
John Barrett (D),
Rob Consalvo (D),
Edward Coppinger (D),
Carmine Gentile (D),
Jessica Giannino (D),
Thomas Golden (D),
Carlos González (D),
Rich Haggerty (D),
Jim Hawkins (D),
Vanna Howard (D),
Steven Howitt (R),
Hannah Kane (R),
Jason Lewis (D),
Kate Lipper-Garabedian (D),
Matt Muratore (R),
Brian Murray (D),
Patrick O'Connor (R),
Mike Rush (D),
Other Sponsors (1)
Joint Committee on Financial Services (J)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5222 (on 09/15/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H4748 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H4748.pdf |
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