An Act to increase access to health transportation

Summary

The bill adds a new section to Massachusetts law that obligates hospitals and home health agencies to arrange transportation assistance for patients who are geographically isolated, low‑income, have language or literacy barriers, disabilities, or dementia. It defines an “appointment companion” who helps patients get to and from appointments at no cost to the patient. The Department of Public Health must issue regulations to carry out these requirements.

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