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MA H1740
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Christopher Hendricks
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AI Summary
- Amends Section 79G of Chapter 233 of the General Laws regarding admissibility of medical records and bills as evidence in court proceedings
- Expands who may subscribe and swear to medical documents to include authorized agents of physicians, dentists, hospitals, health maintenance organizations, pharmacists, and orthopedic appliance retailers
- Allows itemized bills, medical reports, hospital records, prescriptions, and examination reports to be admitted as evidence when sworn under penalty of perjury
- Requires written notice via certified mail with return receipt at least 10 days before introducing such documents into evidence
- Preserves the right of any party to summon the medical provider or their agent for cross-examination at the summoning party's expense
Legislative Description
To simplify the administrative aspect of evidentiary use of medical information
Last Action
Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-09:00 PM in A-2
10/20/2025
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/27/2025
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