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MA S1393

MA S1393
Relative to color coded patient wristbands


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to color coded patient wristbands. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill requires the Department of Public Health to analyze and report on the standards for uniformity in the use of color-coded patient wristbands by healthcare providers in the Commonwealth. The report will examine the current state of patient identification, the use of color-coded wristbands in other jurisdictions, and any adverse impacts to patient care. The Department must make recommendations based on its findings and submit the report to various legislative committees by January 1, 2024.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2648 (on 02/15/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1393
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1393.pdf
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