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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
04/02/2018
04/02/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to require pain assessment and management in healthcare facilities. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill aims to amend the General Laws of Massachusetts to require healthcare facilities to promptly assess patients' pain, and if present, to manage and treat the patient's pain in accordance with their individual needs. The bill also requires periodic reassessment and modification of the pain management plan, if necessary. The key provisions of the bill are the addition of two new subsections to an existing law, which mandate pain assessment and management as part of a patient's rights in healthcare facilities.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2535 (on 05/31/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1183 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1183.pdf |
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