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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 prohibiting the use of maintenance of certification as a basis for physician licensure, hospital employment or credentialing, or health plan reimbursement and/or credentialing. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits the use of Maintenance of Certification (MOC) as a requirement for physician licensure, hospital employment or credentialing, health plan reimbursement and credentialing, and Accountable Care Organization (ACO) membership or reimbursement. MOC is defined as a continuing education program that measures core competencies in the practice of medicine and surgery, and is approved by a nationally-recognized accrediting organization. The bill aims to prevent these entities from requiring physicians to obtain MOC certification in order to work, be reimbursed, or maintain their professional status.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4682 (on 07/02/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2446 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2446.pdf |
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