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MA S1237

To prevent death and disability from stroke


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
04/02/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to create designated stroke centers. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill aims to establish a designated stroke center system in the state. It requires the Department of Public Health to designate hospitals as acute stroke-ready hospitals, primary stroke centers, or comprehensive stroke centers, based on certification by approved national organizations. It also mandates that emergency medical services providers establish protocols to assess, treat, and transport stroke patients to the appropriate designated stroke center within a specified timeframe. The bill also requires the Department to maintain a statewide stroke registry and convene a state stroke advisory taskforce to provide oversight and guidance on the stroke system of care.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (9)

Last Action

New draft substituted, see S2690 (on 12/27/2018)

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