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MA H2171

MA H2171
Relative to non-medical healthcare expenses related to prevention of disease


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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

Relative to non-medical healthcare expenses related to prevention of disease. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits health care providers from charging patients for non-medical expenses related to the prevention of disease, such as the cost of personal protective equipment (PPE) worn by providers during medical procedures or visits, as well as increased cleaning and sterilization costs. The Department of Public Health is required to promulgate regulations to implement this new section of Chapter 111 of the General Laws.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4739 (on 07/01/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2171
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2171.pdf
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