An Act relative to insurance coverage of mobile integrated health
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to expand insurance coverage for mobile integrated health (MIH) services in Massachusetts. MIH involves healthcare professionals visiting patients in their homes to provide care, often focusing on chronic disease management and preventative services. The legislation seeks to ensure that insurance plans cover these services, potentially improving access to care for individuals who may benefit from home-based healthcare.
Key provisions
- Requires insurance plans to cover mobile integrated health services.
- Defines ‘mobile integrated health’ services for coverage purposes.
- Establishes a process for the Department of Public Health to develop guidelines for MIH programs.
- Allows for the use of telehealth within mobile integrated health services.
- Addresses reimbursement rates for MIH providers.
Who is affected
- Healthcare providers
- Patients with chronic conditions
- Insurance companies
- The Department of Public Health
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- Expands existing insurance coverage to include mobile integrated health.
- Creates a framework for regulating and supporting MIH programs.
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
William J. Driscoll Jr.
Cosponsor
William J. Driscoll Jr.
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