An Act to encourage, and improve the level of availability of physicians
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to increase the number of physicians available in Massachusetts. It seeks to encourage and improve the accessibility of medical care by addressing factors impacting physician availability. The bill’s specific mechanisms are currently being explored through a scheduled hearing. It is similar to previous legislation with the same goal.
Key provisions
- Scheduling a hearing to examine the current state of physician availability.
- Exploring strategies to encourage more physicians to practice in Massachusetts.
- Investigating factors contributing to physician shortages.
- Potentially examining incentives for physicians to locate in underserved areas.
Who is affected
- Patients in Massachusetts
- Physicians
- Healthcare providers
- The healthcare system in Massachusetts
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
Michael S. Day
Cosponsor
Vincent Lawrence Dixon
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