Bill > H3871

This bill establishes a diabetes action plan within the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, requiring the commissioner to create this plan in collaboration with several key state entities: the Health Policy Commission, the Center for Health Information and Analysis, the Group Insurance Commission, and the Division of Medical Assistance. The plan's purpose is to set goals and benchmarks aimed at reducing the prevalence and impact of diabetes across the commonwealth, including lowering new cases, improving care for those with diabetes, and managing complications. Furthermore, the Department of Public Health, in consultation with the same state agencies, must submit a biennial report by July 1st of each odd-numbered year to specific legislative committees, detailing the financial impact of diabetes, the number of people affected, the reach of prevention and control programs, the effectiveness of these initiatives, the coordination among state agencies, progress towards established goals, and recommendations for future actions, funding, and legislation related to diabetes prevention, control, and treatment.