MA H2401

Requires specific written informed consent before performing sensitive examinations (breast, genital, pelvic, prostate, or rectal) on anesthetized, deeply sedated, or unconscious patients, unless immediately necessary for diagnosis/treatment or in emergency situations

Grants patients the right to request and have a medical chaperone present during sensitive examinations, with healthcare organizations required to endeavor to provide a chaperone matching the patient's preferred gender identity

Mandates healthcare providers notify patients of their chaperone rights before conducting sensitive examinations

Requires the Department of Public Health to create standardized informed consent forms and promulgate regulations covering documentation, chaperone training, and protections for minors and patients lacking capacity to consent

Non-compliance constitutes conduct "inconsistent or harmful to good patient care and safety," with the consent provisions taking effect within 60 days and full implementation within 1 year