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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
07/13/2017
07/13/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to provide for insurance coverage for vision screening for children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
AI Summary
This bill requires various health insurance plans in Massachusetts, including the Group Insurance Commission, MassHealth, and private insurers, to provide coverage for vision screenings for children within 12 months prior to entering kindergarten. The screenings must be conducted by personnel approved by the Department of Public Health and trained in vision screening techniques. Additionally, the bill mandates coverage for comprehensive eye examinations for children who fail the vision screening or are diagnosed with neurodevelopmental delay, performed by a licensed optometrist or ophthalmologist.
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/H81 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H81.pdf |
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