H1404

Massachusetts H1404 aims to enhance patient care by establishing integrated electronic health records and a statewide health information exchange.

Massachusetts H1404 establishes a health information technology council within the executive office of health and human services to advise on the design, implementation, and operation of a statewide health information exchange. The bill mandates that patients have electronic access to their health records and requires health care entities to participate in the exchange. It also sets penalties for unauthorized access or disclosure of patient health information and allows the executive office to collect participant fees from health care entities.