An Act relative to office-based surgical centers
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill addresses the regulation of office-based surgical centers in Massachusetts. It aims to establish clear standards and oversight for these facilities, which often perform surgical procedures in a doctor’s office setting. The legislation seeks to ensure patient safety and quality of care provided by these centers, bringing them under a more defined regulatory framework.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘office-based surgical center’ for regulatory purposes.
- Establishes requirements for facility standards and equipment.
- Mandates specific training and certification for surgical staff.
- Requires office-based surgical centers to report data on procedures performed and patient outcomes.
- Addresses licensure and oversight of these facilities.
- Specifies protocols for emergency situations and patient referrals.
- Requires the Department of Public Health to develop regulations for office-based surgical centers.
- Addresses reimbursement rates for services provided.
Who is affected
- Office-based surgical centers
- Patients receiving surgical care
- Physicians operating these centers
- The Department of Public Health
- Healthcare providers
Notable changes
- Creates a specific regulatory framework for office-based surgical centers, which may previously have been subject to less stringent oversight.
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Sponsors
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7 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Joanne M. Comerford
Meghan K. Kilcoyne
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