H 2484
An Act relative to anesthesiologist assistants
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Bill overview
This bill, An Act relative to anesthesiologist assistants, seeks to establish a pathway for the practice of anesthesiologist assistants in Massachusetts. It would create a new certification process and scope of practice for these professionals, allowing them to work under the supervision of anesthesiologists. The bill aims to address a potential shortage of anesthesiologists and improve access to pain management services.
Key provisions
- Establishes a certification process for anesthesiologist assistants.
- Defines the scope of practice for anesthesiologist assistants, including specific procedures they can perform.
- Requires anesthesiologist assistants to work under the supervision of a licensed anesthesiologist.
- Outlines educational requirements for becoming an anesthesiologist assistant.
- Specifies regulations regarding the training and competency of anesthesiologist assistants.
- Addresses liability and malpractice issues related to anesthesiologist assistants.
- Creates a registry of certified anesthesiologist assistants.
- Establishes a review process to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the program.
Who is affected
- Patients seeking pain management services
- Anesthesiologists
- Anesthesiologist assistants
- Healthcare providers
- The healthcare industry in Massachusetts
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Primary sponsor
Jay D. Livingstone
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Bill H.2484 194th (Current)
An Act relative to anesthesiologist assistants
By Representative Livingstone of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2484) of Jay D. Livingstone and others relative to anesthesiologist assistants. Public Health.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Jay D. Livingstone Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.2484
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Health |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 7/3/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/14/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 7/14/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 07/14/2025 from 10:00 AM-02:00 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 10/27/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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