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MA H2027

MA H2027
Relative to health care records


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Introduced
01/20/2015
In Committee
01/20/2015
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
07/31/2016

Introduced Session

189th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the fees for records of hospital patients. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to establish a clear definition for "reasonable fee" when hospitals charge patients for copies of their health care records, specifically amending sections of Chapter 112 and Chapter 111 of the General Laws. The bill clarifies that a reasonable fee is limited to twenty-five cents per page for record copies and a maximum of twenty dollars per hour for any clerical or administrative work involved in fulfilling the request, aiming to make accessing personal health information more affordable for patients.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4242 (on 05/05/2016)

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