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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
03/05/2018
03/05/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to requiring pain assessment and management in healthcare facilities. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill amends Massachusetts state law to require healthcare facilities to prompt pain assessment and, if pain is present, to manage and treat the patient's pain in a way that respects the patient's individual needs. It also requires periodic reassessment and modification of the pain management plan, if necessary. The bill aims to ensure that patients' pain is properly assessed, managed, and treated in healthcare settings.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4528 (on 05/24/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1181 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1181.pdf |
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