H4226
An Act ensuring access and continuity of care to specialist and hospital services for dually eligible individuals
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Bill overview
This bill aims to improve access to specialist and hospital services for individuals who are covered by both Medicaid and Medicare (dual eligibles) in Massachusetts. It seeks to ensure that these individuals can consistently receive the care they need without facing disruptions or barriers. The bill’s specific details are still being developed through ongoing hearings and study orders.
Key provisions
- Addresses access to specialist and hospital services for dual eligible individuals.
- Aims to ensure continuity of care for this population.
- The bill is currently undergoing study to examine potential improvements.
- Related bills (H.1223 and S.856) have been considered in previous legislative sessions.
Who is affected
- Individuals covered by both Medicaid and Medicare (dual eligibles)
- Healthcare providers who serve dual eligibles
- The Massachusetts healthcare system
Notable changes
- The bill is currently in a study phase, with ongoing hearings and committee work to determine specific changes.
- It builds upon previous efforts to improve care for dual eligibles, as seen in similar bills.
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Primary sponsor
James J. O'Day
Cosponsor
James J. O'Day
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Bill H.4226 194th (Current)
An Act ensuring access and continuity of care to specialist and hospital services for dually eligible individuals
By Representative O'Day of West Boylston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of James J. O'Day relative to access and continuity of care to specialist and hospital services for dually eligible individuals. Public Health.
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Bill Information
Presenter: James J. O'Day
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Bill History
Displaying 11 actions for Bill H.4226
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 5/29/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on House Rules |
| 6/12/2025 | House | Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Public Health |
| 6/16/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/19/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/29/2025 from 09:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 |
| 9/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 09/29/2025 from 09:00 AM-11:30 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 9/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 09/29/2025 from 09:00 AM-11:30 AM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 12/22/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Tuesday, January 27, 2026 |
| 1/28/2026 | House | Reporting date extended to Monday, March 16, 2026 |
| 3/18/2026 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 4/13/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5354 (under House Rule 27) |
Similar Bills
H.1223 193rd (2023 - 2024)
An Act to ensure access and continuity of care to specialist and hospital services for dual eligibles
S.856 194th (Current)
An Act ensuring access and continuity of care to specialist and hospital services for dually eligible individuals
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