Massachusetts H1134 aims to enhance access and care coordination for individuals with chronic pain.

Massachusetts H1134 seeks to improve access and care coordination for people with chronic pain by ensuring comprehensive integrated care management, including primary care, medical specialty care, and specialized treatment providers. The bill mandates the Division of Medical Assistance to identify and share best practices regarding chronic pain care, focusing on non-opioid drug treatments. It also requires the Center for Health Information and Analysis to collect and report on the incidence and prevalence of chronic pain, demographics, risk factors, and treatment effectiveness.

Massachusetts H1134 aims to enhance access and care coordination for individuals with chronic pain.

Massachusetts H1134 seeks to improve access and care coordination for people with chronic pain by ensuring comprehensive integrated care management, including primary care, medical specialty care, and specialized treatment providers. The bill mandates the Division of Medical Assistance to identify and share best practices regarding chronic pain care, focusing on non-opioid drug treatments. It also requires the Center for Health Information and Analysis to collect and report on the incidence and prevalence of chronic pain, demographics, risk factors, and treatment effectiveness.