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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 increase access to treatment for behavioral health disorders. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
AI Summary
This bill aims to increase access to treatment for behavioral health disorders, including counseling and applied behavior analysis programs. It requires insurance plans to continue covering existing patients receiving such treatment, even if the plan's contract with the provider is not renewed, as long as the treatment is still medically necessary. The bill also mandates that insurance plans provide 180 days' notice before non-renewing a contract with a provider of behavioral health treatment and demonstrate that any non-renewal is not due to the provider's lawful communication about regulations and statutes. These provisions apply to all relevant insurance policies, contracts, and certificates delivered, issued, or renewed on or after the effective date of the bill.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4557 (on 06/04/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1063 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1063.pdf |
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