An Act extend nursing home resident overnights with their family from 10 to 14
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes to increase the amount of time nursing home residents can temporarily leave their facilities to spend with family. Currently, residents are limited to a 10-day nonmedical leave paid for by MassHealth. This bill would extend that period to 14 days, allowing for more frequent and extended visits with loved ones. The bill was referred to the Health Care Financing committee and subsequently passed by the Senate.
Key provisions
- Increases the maximum temporary absence for nonmedical leave for nursing home residents.
- Extends the allowed leave time from 10 days to 14 days.
- The leave is paid for by MassHealth.
- The bill addresses temporary absences for nonmedical reasons.
- The bill was sponsored by Representative John J. Marsi.
Who is affected
- Nursing home residents
- Families of nursing home residents
- MassHealth recipients
- Nursing homes in Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Increases the current limit on nonmedical leave time.
- Provides greater flexibility for residents to spend time with family.
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