Massachusetts 2023-2024 Regular Session

Massachusetts Senate Bill S810

Introduced
2/16/23  

Caption

Ensuring temporary nursing service agency quality

Impact

The proposed legislation would amend existing laws related to the operation and oversight of temporary nursing services, specifically affecting Chapter 118E. It establishes protocols for the Department of Public Health to audit and survey these agencies, aiming to guarantee compliance with state regulations. By introducing mechanisms such as a Performance Report Card, the bill encourages agencies to provide reliable staffing solutions and maintain high standards of care, thus impacting healthcare operations statewide.

Summary

S810, titled 'An Act ensuring temporary nursing service agency quality,' seeks to enhance the regulatory framework governing temporary nursing service agencies in Massachusetts. The primary objective of this legislation is to ensure that these agencies meet specific performance and accountability standards to improve the quality of healthcare provided to patients. The bill mandates regular performance evaluations and public reporting to ensure transparency and foster confidence among healthcare providers and patients alike.

Contention

While supporters argue that S810 will enhance the quality of care by fostering accountability and transparency in staffing agencies, critics may contend that increased regulation could lead to higher operational costs and subsequently impact the availability and pricing of nursing services. The balance between ensuring high-quality care and maintaining a competitive, accessible healthcare system is likely to be a point of contention during discussions around this bill.

Companion Bills

MA S1788

Similar To Relative to restoring corporate tax rates

MA S802

Similar To To improve health care cost accountability

MA H2817

Similar To Updating interest rates for property tax abatements

MA H1885

Similar To To ensure funding for the Workforce Competitiveness Trust Fund

MA H4412

Similar To To establish minimum reimbursement rate to insurance claimants

MA H4620

Replaced by Enhancing the market review process

Previously Filed As

MA S912

Ensuring temporary nursing service agency quality

MA S915

Ensuring temporary nursing service agency quality

MA H1174

To ensure temporary nursing service agency quality and accountability

MA S780

To address the overuse of temporary nursing service agencies at Massachusetts skilled nursing facilities

MA H1166

To address the overuse of temporary nursing service agencies at Massachusetts skilled nursing facilities

MA S0927

Licensing Of Nursing Service Agencies

MA S738

Relative to the nursing home quality jobs initiative

MA H5870

Licensing Of Nursing Service Agencies

MA HB05194

An Act Concerning Registration Of Temporary Nursing Services Agencies.

MA S1539

To address conflicts of interest in the use of temporary nursing agencies at skilled nursing facilities

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