Massachusetts S1634 prohibits entities from charging fees for transmitting patient electronic medical records.
Massachusetts S1634 amends Chapter 111 of the General Laws to prevent entities from imposing separate fees for transmitting data from patient electronic medical records. This change aims to facilitate coverage, payment for services, care coordination, and health care quality improvement efforts. The bill ensures that patients and healthcare providers can access necessary medical information without additional charges.
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