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This bill establishes a task force to study the sustainability of emergency medical services (EMS) in Massachusetts. The task force will examine various aspects of EMS, including workforce development, training, compensation, reimbursement rates, organization of services, and the feasibility of reorganizing the Emergency Medical Care Advisory Board. The task force will also review methodologies for determining reimbursement rates, assess the efficacy of the MassHealth non-emergency wheelchair van brokerage program, and make recommendations on coverage and reimbursement for emerging models like mobile integrated health and alternative behavioral health transportation. The task force will be co-chaired by the Secretary of Health and Human Services and the Commissioner of the Department of Public Health, and will include representatives from various healthcare and industry organizations. The task force will submit a report with recommendations within six months of the bill's effective date.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2154