An Act relative to health care transparency
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to clarify the use of the term ‘physician’ in healthcare settings. It aims to ensure that individuals understand who is providing their medical care and to promote transparency in the healthcare system. The bill focuses on defining and standardizing the terminology used to describe healthcare professionals. It is currently under review by the Public Health committee.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘physician’ to include specific licensed healthcare professionals.
- Requires healthcare providers to clearly identify the professional providing care.
- Addresses the use of the term ‘physician’ in billing and insurance contexts.
- Supports efforts to improve patient understanding of their healthcare team.
Who is affected
- Patients
- Healthcare providers
- Insurance companies
- The healthcare industry
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Sponsors
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7 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
David Paul Linsky
James Arciero
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