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MA S501

MA S501
Expanding access to telemedicine services


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to expand access to telemedicine services. Financial Services.

AI Summary

This bill aims to expand access to telemedicine services in Massachusetts. It requires the Group Insurance Commission, Medicaid, and various health insurance providers to cover health care services delivered through telemedicine to the same extent as in-person services, and to reimburse providers at the same rate. The bill also prohibits requiring providers to document barriers to in-person visits or limiting the settings where telemedicine can be used. The provisions of the bill will apply to all contracts entered into, renewed, or amended one year after its effective date.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Accompanied a new draft, see S2471 (on 04/23/2018)

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