S718
An Act eliminating cost sharing for certain behavioral health services
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Bill overview
This bill aims to eliminate cost-sharing requirements for certain behavioral health services in Massachusetts. Specifically, it focuses on reducing financial barriers to accessing substance use disorder treatment. The legislation seeks to improve access to these vital services for individuals covered by MassHealth.
Key provisions
- Eliminates cost-sharing for substance use disorder treatment services.
- Applies to services provided to MassHealth consumers.
- Referenced to the committee on Financial Services and subsequently the committee on Health Care Financing.
- Accompanied a study order (S2931).
Who is affected
- Individuals receiving MassHealth coverage
- Individuals seeking substance use disorder treatment
- Healthcare providers offering behavioral health services
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Bill S.718 194th (Current)
An Act eliminating cost sharing for certain behavioral health services
By Mr. Cyr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 718) of Julian Cyr for legislation to eliminate cost sharing for substance use disorder treatment services. Financial Services.
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Presenter: Julian Cyr
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill S.718
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Financial Services |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 9/3/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2025 from 10:30 AM-1:00 PM in A-2 and virtual |
| 9/9/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 09/09/2025 from 10:30 AM-12:30 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 12/11/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing |
| 1/29/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2931 |
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