Massachusetts H1358 aims to center health care research and decision-making on patients and people with disabilities.
Massachusetts H1358 mandates that the Health Policy Commission and the Division of Medical Assistance ensure their research and analysis meet patient-centeredness standards. This includes evaluating outcomes prioritized by patients and people with disabilities, considering differences in patient subgroups, and adhering to good research practices. The bill prohibits the use of discriminatory measures like dollars-per-quality adjusted life year in cost-effectiveness determinations.
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