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MA S2543

Creating Autism teams in hospitals


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Introduced
06/06/2018
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

SENATE, Wednesday, June 6, 2018 - The committee on Health Care Financing, to whom was referred the Senate Bill creating Autism teams in hospitals (Senate, No. 1221),-- reports recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2543).

AI Summary

This bill requires the Executive Office of Health and Human Services to create and maintain an integrated state plan within one year to develop training and education, as well as standards of care, for healthcare providers related to the diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism spectrum disorders. The bill also establishes an advisory committee on intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism spectrum disorders, to develop recommendations for statewide standards for healthcare professionals regarding diagnosis, treatment, and care for patients with these conditions.

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Last Action

Recommended new draft for S1221 (on 06/06/2018)

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