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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the use of urgent care centers by MassHealth patients. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill amends Chapter 111 of the General Laws to require the Department of Public Health to promulgate rules and regulations regarding the definition and licensing of urgent care centers. Importantly, the bill stipulates that residents enrolled in MassHealth, the state's Medicaid program, shall not require a referral from a primary care provider to obtain services or care from an urgent care center.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4739 (on 07/01/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2239 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2239.pdf |
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