An Act to improve access and care coordination for people with pain
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to enhance access to care and improve coordination for individuals living with chronic pain in Massachusetts. It seeks to streamline processes and ensure patients receive comprehensive support throughout their pain management journey. The legislation focuses on improving communication and collaboration among healthcare providers involved in a patient’s care. Ultimately, the goal is to improve patient outcomes and quality of life for those experiencing pain.
Key provisions
- Establishment of a statewide pain management coordination network.
- Promotion of interdisciplinary pain care teams.
- Development of standardized pain assessment tools.
- Enhancement of patient education and support resources.
- Improvement of communication between healthcare providers and patients.
- Focus on addressing social determinants of health impacting pain management.
Who is affected
- Individuals with chronic pain
- Healthcare providers
- Hospitals and healthcare facilities
- Social service agencies
- Massachusetts residents
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