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MA H1379
Bill
Status
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Michael Kushmerek
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AI Summary
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Amends Section 51A of Chapter 118E of Massachusetts General Laws to modify the definition of "Step Therapy Protocol"
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Exempts all medications prescribed for the treatment of opioid use disorder from step therapy and prior authorization requirements under MassHealth (Medicaid)
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Applies to both the division directly and any contracted entities that provide or manage health insurance benefits for the Medicaid program
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Sponsored by Representative Michael P. Kushmerek (3rd Worcester) and filed on January 15, 2025
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Referred to the House Committee on Health Care Financing
Legislative Description
Exempting medications used for the treatment of opioid use disorder from the prior approval process under the Massachusetts Medicaid program
Last Action
Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026
9/15/2025