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H 1198·MA·house

An Act to improve patient access to non-emergency medical transportation

In CommitteeFiled Feb 27, 2025
Sponsor: Dan Hunt (D)
Latest Action

Accompanied a new draft, see H5038

Feb 5, 2026

Summary

The bill sets a minimum three‑business‑day validity period for any prior authorization needed for non‑emergency ambulance or wheelchair van trips to dialysis, behavioral health, and post‑acute care. It also requires Medicaid and commercial insurers to pay providers at least 2.5 times the standard rates for these services. The changes aim to speed access and improve reimbursement for patients and transport providers.

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