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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
03/26/2018
03/26/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
By Miss Garry of Dracut, a petition of Colleen M. Garry and Barbara A. L'Italien that health benefit plans provide technology-assisted tracking device coverage to persons diagnosed with dementia, Alzheimer's disease or Autism Spectrum Disorder. Financial Services.
AI Summary
This bill aims to require health benefit plans to provide coverage for technology-assisted tracking devices for individuals diagnosed with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, or Autism Spectrum Disorder. The bill defines a "Technology-Assisted Tracking Device" as a wearable device that is waterproof, works indoors or under cover, and is not dependent on third-party public communication networks. The bill mandates that health benefit plans must provide full coverage, subject to applicable copayments, coinsurance, deductibles, and out-of-pocket limits, for these tracking devices if the insured individual or their guardian chooses to obtain one.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
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/H2955 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2955.pdf |
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