H2205
An Act expanding loan repayment assistance for primary care physicians
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Bill overview
This bill aims to increase financial assistance for primary care physicians in Massachusetts. It expands existing loan repayment programs to encourage more doctors to practice in primary care, particularly in areas like integrated behavioral health. The goal is to address the shortage of primary care providers in the state. The bill builds upon previous efforts to support primary care physicians.
Key provisions
- Expands loan repayment assistance programs for primary care physicians.
- Specifically targets physicians working in integrated primary and behavioral health care settings.
- Aims to increase the number of primary care physicians practicing in Massachusetts.
- Supports physicians in serving MassHealth patients.
- Related to previous legislation seeking to increase access to primary care.
Who is affected
- Primary care physicians
- Massachusetts healthcare providers
- Patients in Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Builds upon existing efforts to support primary care.
- Focuses on integrated primary and behavioral health care models.
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Steven George Xiarhos
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Bill H.2205 194th (Current)
An Act expanding loan repayment assistance for primary care physicians
By Representative Domb of Amherst, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2205) of Mindy Domb relative to loan repayment assistance for primary care physicians. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Mindy Domb
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.2205
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 7/18/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/28/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 11/5/2025 | House | Accompanied a new draft, see H4666 |
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