H 1396
An Act strengthening mental health centers
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Bill overview
This bill aims to increase the minimum payment rates for certain behavioral health services provided by mental health centers in Massachusetts. It seeks to address concerns about inadequate reimbursement rates, which can impact the quality and accessibility of mental health care. The legislation focuses on strengthening the financial stability of these centers by adjusting payment structures. Ultimately, the goal is to improve the services available to individuals seeking mental health support.
Key provisions
- Increase minimum payment rates for behavioral health services.
- Specifically targets certain types of behavioral health services.
- Aims to improve the financial viability of mental health centers.
- The bill was referred to the Health Care Financing committee.
- Senate concurred with the bill.
Who is affected
- Mental health centers in Massachusetts
- Behavioral health service providers
- Individuals seeking mental health services
Notable changes
- Addresses concerns regarding insufficient reimbursement rates for behavioral health services.
- Potentially impacts the financial resources available to mental health centers.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
James J. O'Day
Cosponsors
Adrian C. Madaro
Brian W. Murray
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
Christopher Hendricks
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Bill H.1396 194th (Current)
An Act strengthening mental health centers
By Representative O'Day of West Boylston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1396) of James J. O'Day and others for legislation to increase minimum payment rates for certain behavioral health services. Health Care Financing.
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Presenter: James J. O'Day
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Displaying 3 actions for Bill H.1396
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Health Care Financing |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 5/2/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium |
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