Strengthens market oversight of the Commonwealth's Health Care System by enhancing the Health Policy Commission's review of material changes in.

The bill amends the Massachusetts General Laws to strengthen market oversight of the Commonwealth's Health Care System. It enhances the Health Policy Commission's review of material changes in health care entities, including mergers, acquisitions, and affiliations. The bill requires health care entities to submit notice to the commission, the Center for Health Information and Analysis, and the attorney general before making any material changes. The commission can then conduct a cost and market impact review to assess the potential impact on health care costs and competition.

Strengthens market oversight of the Commonwealth's Health Care System by enhancing the Health Policy Commission's review of material changes in.

The bill amends the Massachusetts General Laws to strengthen market oversight of the Commonwealth's Health Care System. It enhances the Health Policy Commission's review of material changes in health care entities, including mergers, acquisitions, and affiliations. The bill requires health care entities to submit notice to the commission, the Center for Health Information and Analysis, and the attorney general before making any material changes. The commission can then conduct a cost and market impact review to assess the potential impact on health care costs and competition.