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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to reduce prescription drug abuse testing and fraud prevention. Health Care Financing.
AI Summary
This bill aims to reduce prescription drug abuse testing and fraud prevention. It directs the Office of Medicaid to implement medical necessity documentation and utilization frequency guidelines for drug testing, as outlined by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The bill also requires providers to demonstrate utilization and frequency control programs. Additionally, the bill states that an independent clinical laboratory that is out-of-state and accredited by the College of American Pathologists shall be deemed eligible and qualified to participate as a MassHealth provider and eligible for payment, regardless of any general or special law to the contrary.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2535 (on 05/31/2018)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S621 |
Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S621.pdf |
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