H4334

To increase access to nurse-midwifery services

Introduced·7/31/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H4334 aims to increase access to nurse-midwifery services by ensuring equal reimbursement rates for certified nurse midwives and.

Massachusetts H4334 amends the General Laws to ensure that certified nurse midwives receive the same reimbursement rates as licensed physicians for services within their scope of practice. This includes adjustments to Chapter 32A, Chapter 176B, and Chapter 175, ensuring that insurers cannot reduce payments to physicians to comply with this law. The bill also mandates that health maintenance organizations and the Group Insurance Commission provide equal reimbursement for services rendered by certified nurse midwives.

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Where it stands

Current
Ways and Means Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Jul 29

House

Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means

Jun 17

House

Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026

Mar 19

House

Reporting date extended to Monday, June 15, 2026