S 818
An Act relative to eliminating the PCP referral requirement for specialty gynecological care
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Bill overview
This bill, S.818, aimed to remove the requirement for patients to have a referral from their primary care physician (PCP) to access specialty gynecological care in Massachusetts. Currently, many women need a referral to see specialists like gynecologists, which can create barriers to timely and convenient care. The bill sought to streamline the process, allowing patients to directly schedule appointments with these specialists. Ultimately, the bill failed to pass.
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Primary sponsor
Pavel M. Payano
Cosponsors
Pavel M. Payano
Rebecca L. Rausch
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