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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 sonographers and vascular technologists. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
AI Summary
This bill aims to regulate the practice of sonographers and vascular technologists in Massachusetts. It requires that sonographers and vascular technologists performing diagnostic ultrasound services for individuals receiving Medicaid benefits be credentialed by approved national organizations or work in accredited laboratories. The bill also specifies that such services must be performed under the supervision of a licensed physician or surgeon. However, the bill does not prohibit licensed physicians or surgeons from performing the technical component of a diagnostic ultrasound.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4638 (on 07/02/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3545 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3545.pdf |
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