An Act relative to preventing discrimination against persons with disabilities in the provision of health care
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to prevent discrimination against individuals with disabilities when receiving healthcare services in Massachusetts. It seeks to ensure equal access to and quality of care, regardless of a person’s disability. The legislation focuses on addressing barriers and promoting inclusivity within the healthcare system. Specifically, it intends to establish standards and procedures to guarantee fair treatment and equitable access to health services for people with disabilities.
Key provisions
- Requires healthcare providers to provide reasonable accommodations for patients with disabilities.
- Establishes a process for reporting and investigating discrimination complaints.
- Promotes training for healthcare professionals on disability awareness and inclusion.
- Ensures access to telehealth services for individuals with disabilities.
- Mandates that healthcare facilities be accessible.
- Requires healthcare providers to provide information in accessible formats.
- Defines ‘disability’ broadly to encompass various impairments.
- Creates a mechanism for monitoring and enforcing compliance.
Who is affected
- Individuals with disabilities
- Healthcare providers
- Healthcare facilities
- Patients
- The healthcare system in Massachusetts
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