Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

S818 — An Act relative to eliminating the PCP referral requirement for specialty gynecological care

  1. 1
    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Senate
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    Passed House
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

The bill removes the need for referrals from primary care providers for specialty gynecological care.

This bill seeks to eliminate the requirement for patients to obtain referrals from primary care providers before accessing specialty gynecological care. This change could simplify and speed up the process for women seeking specialized health services.

What this means for you
  • Families: Families may experience quicker access to necessary gynecological care without needing to consult a primary care provider first.
  • Consumers: Consumers will be able to seek specialty gynecological care more directly, streamlining their healthcare experience.
  • Healthcare: Healthcare providers may see changes in how patients access specialty services, impacting referral processes.

Summary

An Act relative to eliminating the PCP referral requirement for specialty gynecological care

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (203)

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Frequently asked questions

What does S818 do?
An Act relative to eliminating the PCP referral requirement for specialty gynecological care
Who sponsors S818?
S818 is sponsored by Pavel M. Payano (Democrat).
What is the current status of S818?
This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track S818?
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