An Act relative to health care quality for children and youth
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to improve the quality of healthcare services for children and youth in Massachusetts. It seeks to establish standards and procedures to ensure that children receive appropriate and effective care across various healthcare settings. The legislation focuses on enhancing coordination among healthcare providers and promoting a child-centered approach to healthcare delivery. Ultimately, the goal is to improve health outcomes and experiences for young people in the state.
Key provisions
- Establishment of quality standards for children’s and youth’s healthcare.
- Promotion of coordinated care among healthcare providers.
- Implementation of a child-centered approach to healthcare.
- Requirements for healthcare providers to collect and report data on children’s health.
- Enhancement of communication between healthcare providers and families.
- Support for training and education related to children’s healthcare.
Who is affected
- Children
- Youth
- Healthcare Providers
- Families
- Healthcare Systems
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