Bill > H1351

This bill modifies Massachusetts health care law to ensure that the state's Medical Assistance Division (MassHealth) covers habilitative and rehabilitative medical treatments for individuals aged 21 and older who have been diagnosed with developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, or autism spectrum disorder. Specifically, the bill requires coverage for treatments determined to be medically necessary by a licensed physician or psychologist, including applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy provided or supervised by a licensed behavior analyst. The goal is to help these individuals develop, maintain, or restore their functioning to the maximum extent possible. Additionally, the bill mandates coverage for both dedicated and non-dedicated augmentative and alternative communication devices, such as medically necessary tablets, to support communication for people with these disorders. This expansion of coverage aims to provide more comprehensive medical support for adults with developmental and intellectual challenges, addressing a gap in existing healthcare services.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1351