An Act relative to patient opioid notification
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill requires healthcare providers in Massachusetts to notify patients when an initial prescription for Schedule II controlled dangerous substances or other opioid pain relievers is issued. The goal is to increase patient awareness and promote safer opioid prescribing practices. It also aims to support efforts to address the opioid crisis by providing patients with more information about their medications. The bill was referred to the Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery committee and subsequently concurred by the Senate.
Key provisions
- Requires healthcare providers to notify patients when an initial opioid prescription is issued.
- The notification must include information about the medication, dosage, and potential risks.
- The bill seeks to enhance patient awareness regarding opioid prescriptions.
- It supports efforts to mitigate the opioid crisis.
- The bill was referred to the Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery committee.
Who is affected
- Healthcare providers
- Patients receiving opioid prescriptions
- The public in Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Introduces a notification requirement for initial opioid prescriptions.
- Aligns with ongoing efforts to address opioid misuse and addiction.
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3 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Steven George Xiarhos
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