S842
An Act to address medical debt through hospital financial assistance reform
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Bill overview
This bill, S.842, aims to improve access to financial assistance for medical debt in Massachusetts, specifically targeting individuals below the federal poverty level. It seeks to reform hospital financial assistance programs to better serve those struggling to pay for healthcare costs. The bill is intended to reduce the burden of medical debt on vulnerable populations and promote financial stability. It is modeled after similar legislation, H.1350.
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Primary sponsor
Joanne M. Comerford
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
Joanne M. Comerford
Steven Owens
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