Bill > H2441

This bill amends Chapter 111 of the Massachusetts General Laws to prohibit certain joint negotiation practices by health care facilities that are affiliated with or owned by a larger system. The key provisions require such facilities to negotiate separate contracts with public and private payers, establish separate negotiating teams, and implement firewalls to prevent the sharing of information that could inhibit competition. The bill also prohibits certain contract terms that would make the availability of prices or terms contingent on contracting with other providers in the system. The Department of Public Health and the Office of the Attorney General are granted authority to enforce these requirements, though the Department may grant exemptions for integrated systems that meet certain criteria.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2441