Massachusetts bill H2457 mandates fentanyl testing in urine drug screenings at acute care hospitals.
Massachusetts bill H2457 amends the General Laws to require hospitals to include fentanyl testing in urine drug screenings for patients treated at general acute care hospitals. The bill defines "urine drug screening" as a chemical analysis for multiple drugs, including cocaine, opioids, and phencyclidine. This measure aims to assist in diagnosing patients' conditions by detecting fentanyl, a potent opioid.
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