An Act relative to reducing unnecessary delays in patient care
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to reduce delays in patient care within Massachusetts. It seeks to improve the efficiency of healthcare processes and ensure patients receive timely access to necessary services. The bill’s specific focus is on identifying and addressing the root causes of delays in care delivery. It is part of a series of similar legislative efforts to improve patient access to healthcare.
Key provisions
- Requires a study to identify and analyze the causes of unnecessary delays in patient care.
- Encourages collaboration between healthcare providers to streamline processes.
- Promotes the use of technology to improve communication and coordination of care.
- Supports efforts to reduce administrative burdens on healthcare professionals.
Who is affected
- Patients in Massachusetts
- Healthcare providers
- Healthcare administrators
- The healthcare industry
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Sponsors
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6 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Antonio F. D. Cabral
Christopher Hendricks
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