Bill > S894

This bill proposes to amend Chapter 176J of the Massachusetts General Laws by adding a new section that requires health insurance carriers to eliminate co-payments and deductibles for prescriptions and medical devices prescribed by physicians specifically for treating or maintaining chronic diseases, illnesses, or conditions. The bill mandates that the Department of Public Health will develop detailed regulations to define what qualifies as a "chronic disease, illness or condition" for the purposes of this coverage requirement. By removing financial barriers like co-pays and deductibles for essential treatments, the legislation aims to make managing chronic health conditions more affordable and accessible for patients, potentially reducing overall healthcare costs and improving patient outcomes by encouraging consistent treatment and medication adherence.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S894