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MA S683

To save lives by preventing unscrupulous medical referral restrictions by profit-driven health care networks


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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 to save lives by preventing unscrupulous medical referral restrictions by profit-driven health care networks. Financial Services.

AI Summary

This bill aims to prevent unscrupulous medical referral restrictions imposed by profit-driven healthcare networks. It does this by allowing the state's Health Policy Commission to suspend, revoke, or refuse to renew a provider organization's registration if they violate certain laws. The bill also prohibits healthcare facilities, providers, or provider groups from unduly restricting medically necessary services or referrals based solely on the provider's network or affiliation status, classifying such actions as unfair competition and deceptive practices under state law.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2636 (on 02/12/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S683
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S683.pdf
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