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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
03/07/2024
03/07/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to mental health providers. Financial Services.
AI Summary
This bill amends several sections of Massachusetts law to include licensed occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants as providers eligible for coverage and reimbursement under various health insurance plans, including the state's Group Insurance Commission, private insurance policies, and health maintenance organizations (HMOs). The purpose is to expand access to mental health services by recognizing occupational therapists and assistants as qualified providers in addition to other mental health professionals like psychologists and social workers.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4634 (on 05/09/2024)
Bill Topics
Health
- ‐ Health Insurance Reform
- ‐ Mental Illness, Mental Retardation, and Deinstitutionalization
- ‐ Regulation of Health-Related Occupations and Services
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S593 | 03/10/2023 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S593.pdf | 03/10/2023 |
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