An Act relative to eliminating the PCP referral requirement for specialty gynecological care
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to remove the requirement for patients to obtain a referral from their primary care physician (PCP) before accessing specialty gynecological care services in Massachusetts. Currently, many women must first see their PCP for a gynecological issue, even if a specialist is needed. This legislation aims to streamline access to specialized care for women by eliminating this referral step.
Key provisions
- Eliminates the requirement for a PCP referral to access specialty gynecological care.
- Allows women to directly schedule appointments with gynecologists.
- Aims to improve access to timely and appropriate care.
- The bill was referred to the committee on Financial Services and subsequently the committee on Health Care Financing.
Who is affected
- Women in Massachusetts
- Gynecologists
- Primary Care Physicians
- Healthcare Providers
- Patients seeking gynecological care
Notable changes
- Changes the current process for accessing specialty gynecological care.
- Simplifies the pathway for women to receive specialized care.
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3 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Rebecca L. Rausch
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