S903
An Act improving access to post acute services
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Bill overview
This bill aims to make it easier for patients in Massachusetts to receive specialized medical care after they’ve been treated for an acute illness or surgery. It focuses on improving access to post-acute services, which are the medical care provided after a hospital stay or during recovery. The legislation seeks to address potential barriers that may prevent patients from getting the necessary follow-up care they need. It is currently being reviewed by the Health Care Financing committee.
Key provisions
- Improve access to specialized medical care post-discharge.
- Focus on post-acute services for patients recovering from illness or surgery.
- Address potential barriers to receiving necessary follow-up care.
- The bill is currently under review by the Health Care Financing committee.
Who is affected
- Patients
- Healthcare providers
- Healthcare facilities
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Primary sponsor
Pavel M. Payano
Cosponsor
Pavel M. Payano
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Bill S.903 194th (Current)
An Act improving access to post acute services
By Mr. Payano, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 903) of Pavel M. Payano for legislation to improve the ability for patients to receive specialized medical care after an acute illness or surgery. Health Care Financing.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Pavel M. Payano
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.903
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Health Care Financing |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/24/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/01/2025 from 01:00 PM-03:30 PM in Gardner Auditorium |
| 1/29/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2931 |
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