S 857
An Act to ensure uniform and transparent reporting of medical debt data
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Bill overview
This bill aims to improve transparency and consistency in how medical debt is reported. Currently, there isn't a standardized system for tracking and reporting this debt, which can lead to confusion and potentially unfair practices for patients. The legislation seeks to establish uniform reporting requirements to provide clearer information about outstanding medical debts. This would allow patients to better understand their financial obligations and potentially negotiate or dispute inaccurate debts.
Key provisions
- Requires standardized reporting of medical debt data.
- Aims to increase transparency for patients regarding their medical debt.
- Focuses on consistent data collection and reporting practices.
- Potentially facilitates better patient understanding of their financial responsibilities.
Who is affected
- Patients
- Healthcare providers
- Medical debt collectors
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- Establishes uniform reporting standards for medical debt.
- Could lead to increased patient awareness of outstanding medical debts.
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Bill S.857 194th (Current)
An Act to ensure uniform and transparent reporting of medical debt data
By Ms. Edwards, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 857) of Lydia Edwards for legislation to ensure uniform and transparent reporting of medical debt data. Health Care Financing.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Lydia Edwards Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means Special Attachments: Committee - Senate member votes
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.857
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Health Care Financing |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 5/2/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium |
| 6/16/2025 | Senate | Accompanied by S842 |
| 6/16/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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