An Act to improve patient access to non-emergency medical transportation
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to make it easier for patients in Massachusetts to access transportation to and from non-emergency medical appointments. It focuses on improving patient access to non-emergency medical transportation services. The bill seeks to address challenges patients face in obtaining reliable transportation for healthcare needs. It’s intended to ensure that individuals can receive necessary medical care without transportation barriers.
Key provisions
- Establishes a process for payment of patient access to non-emergency medical transportation.
- Addresses challenges patients face in obtaining reliable transportation for healthcare needs.
- Focuses on improving access to non-emergency medical transportation services.
- The bill was referred to the committee on Financial Services.
- A hearing is scheduled for October 27, 2025.
Who is affected
- Patients
- Healthcare providers
- Transportation providers
- Massachusetts residents
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Sponsors
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3 on record
Primary sponsor
Daniel J. Hunt
Cosponsors
Daniel J. Hunt
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