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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
Relative to alternative payment methods by health insurers. Financial Services.
AI Summary
This bill aims to improve health care costs for employers and consumers in Massachusetts. It requires health care providers to accept payment from carriers at rates not exceeding the 80th percentile of the carrier-specific relative prices, with some exceptions. The bill also prohibits health care providers from recouping excess amounts by increasing charges to other payers. Additionally, it establishes a process for health care providers to apply for exemptions from the rate cap, with the Center for Health Information and Analysis evaluating the potential impact on health care premiums. The bill also requires the Division of Insurance to study the impact of the rate cap and submit a report to the legislature.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4778 (on 07/18/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2167 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2167.pdf |
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