Bill > S881

This bill amends Chapter 118E of the General Laws to expand the definition of "tobacco use cessation counseling" under Medicaid coverage. Specifically, the bill broadens the types of counseling services that can be provided to help individuals quit tobacco use, including individual, group, and phone counseling. The counseling can be delivered by a variety of healthcare professionals, such as physicians, dentists, behavioral health counselors, mental health counselors, certified tobacco use cessation counselors, and other qualified clinicians. By expanding the definition and the range of providers who can offer these services, the bill aims to increase access to tobacco cessation support for Medicaid recipients, potentially helping more individuals successfully quit tobacco use and improve their overall health.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S881