MA
Massachusetts House Bill H2169

Massachusetts 2023-2024 Regular Session

Massachusetts House Bill H2169

Introduced
2/16/23  
Refer
2/16/23  
Refer
3/25/24  

Caption

Relative to patient access to information regarding breast reconstructive surgery

Impact

If enacted, H2169 will amend Section 70E of Chapter 111 of the General Laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The law will require medical facilities to provide specific details to patients, including a description of the various reconstructive options available, the associated advantages and disadvantages, as well as information about health coverage benefits related to these surgeries. Such provisions aim to empower patients to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare and enhance their understanding of available reconstructive options.

Summary

House Bill H2169 seeks to enhance patient access to crucial information regarding breast reconstructive surgery following mastectomy, lymph node dissection, or lumpectomy procedures. The bill mandates that medical facilities providing such surgeries must supply written information to patients about their options for reconstructive surgery. This information must be presented in advance of obtaining patient consent for the surgical procedure, ensuring that individuals are fully informed of their choices and rights concerning reconstructive care.

Contention

Although H2169 garners support for promoting patient education and rights, potential points of contention may arise during discussions about the practicality of implementing such informational mandates in medical settings. Questions may be raised regarding the adequacy of the information provided and the potential burden on healthcare providers to ensure compliance with the new requirement. Additionally, concerns could arise regarding the effectiveness of written information in ensuring patient understanding, especially among diverse groups with varying levels of health literacy.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MA H2421

Relative to patient access to information regarding breast reconstructive surgery

MA SB556

Provides relative to information and access to breast reconstructive surgery. (gov sig)

MA SB83

To Mandate Coverage For Breast Reconstruction Surgeries; To Require Prior Authorization For Breast Reconstruction Surgeries; And To Establish A Minimum Reimbursement Rate For Breast Reconstruction Surgeries.

MA S735

Requires hospitals to provide breast cancer patients with information concerning reconstructive surgery; prohibits certain provisions in managed care plan contracts.

MA S1449

Requires hospitals to provide breast cancer patients with information concerning reconstructive surgery; prohibits certain provisions in managed care plan contracts.

MA A1913

Requires hospitals to provide breast cancer patients with information concerning reconstructive surgery; prohibits certain provisions in managed care plan contracts.

MA A2304

Requires hospitals to provide breast cancer patients with information concerning reconstructive surgery; prohibits certain provisions in managed care plan contracts.

MA A04591

Requires that general hospitals that provide mastectomy surgery, lymph node dissection or lumpectomy provide information to such patients concerning options for breast reconstruction.

MA HB669

Relating to informing a patient concerning reconstructive breast surgery before performing certain surgical procedures.

MA S01305

Requires that general hospitals that provide mastectomy surgery, lymph node dissection or lumpectomy provide information to such patients concerning options for breast reconstruction.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.