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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
05/21/2018
05/21/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to the practice of acupuncture. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill aims to integrate acupuncture services more effectively into the healthcare system in Massachusetts. It establishes a commission on acupuncture and wellness to study strategies for expanding access, reducing costs, and improving quality of care through the use of acupuncture. The bill also requires health insurance plans to provide coverage for acupuncture and oriental medicine-based treatments in the areas of pain management, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance abuse, and nausea. Additionally, the bill prohibits third-party payers from differentiating reimbursement rates for acupuncture services based on the provider type, ensuring that only licensed acupuncturists or medical doctors are reimbursed for acupuncture services.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (7)
Carolyn Dykema (D),
Jennifer Flanagan (D),
Anne Gobi (D),
Barbara L'Italien (D),
Eric Lesser (D),
Elizabeth Malia (D),
Smitty Pignatelli (D),
Last Action
Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 05/21/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1198 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1198.pdf |
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