Ensures access to healthcare and medically necessary food for children with specific dietary needs.

This bill amends the General Laws of Massachusetts to ensure access to healthcare and medically necessary food for children. It defines "medically necessary food" as specially formulated products for dietary management of covered diseases or conditions, excluding general dietary products. It also mandates that no carrier shall apply prescription co-pays and deductibles for such food. Additionally, the bill requires that no carrier shall require a referral or prior authorization from a primary care provider for specialty care provided by an immunologist or family practitioner.

Ensures access to healthcare and medically necessary food for children with specific dietary needs.

This bill amends the General Laws of Massachusetts to ensure access to healthcare and medically necessary food for children. It defines "medically necessary food" as specially formulated products for dietary management of covered diseases or conditions, excluding general dietary products. It also mandates that no carrier shall apply prescription co-pays and deductibles for such food. Additionally, the bill requires that no carrier shall require a referral or prior authorization from a primary care provider for specialty care provided by an immunologist or family practitioner.