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MA S871
Bill
AI Summary
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MassHealth would be required to cover habilitative and rehabilitative medically necessary treatments for individuals aged 21 and older with developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, or autism spectrum disorder as defined by the DSM
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Covered treatments include applied behavior analysis (ABA) provided or supervised by a licensed behavior analyst to develop, maintain, or restore an individual's functioning
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MassHealth would also cover both dedicated and non-dedicated augmentative and alternative communication devices, including medically necessary tablets
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Diagnoses must be made by a licensed physician or licensed psychologist who determines the care to be medically necessary
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Amends Chapter 118E of the General Laws by adding a new Section 80
Legislative Description
Ensuring equal access to medical treatments essential for people with a developmental disability, intellectual disability, or autism
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2931
1/29/2026