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MA H2958
To extend coverage for any willing provider to qualify as a mental health professional
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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 the right of health care consumers to receive treatment of mental health conditions from providers of their choice. Financial Services.
AI Summary
This bill aims to extend coverage for any willing provider to qualify as a mental health professional. It prohibits carriers from excluding licensed mental health or substance abuse providers from their network if the provider is willing to meet the carrier's participation terms. The bill also requires health benefit plans to provide equal coverage for mental health and physical health conditions, with comprehensive deductibles and out-of-pocket limits. Additionally, the bill reaffirms the right of health care consumers to receive treatment for mental health conditions from any licensed and certified provider of their choice, without interruption due to changes in their carrier or employer.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4778 (on 07/18/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2958 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2958.pdf |
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