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The Extra Fees Bill
No extra fees for sending medical records in Massachusetts
Ensuring access to medical records
Good for everyday people ·
The bill would stop doctors and insurers from charging patients a separate fee just to send their health records.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
If passed, families will keep more money and get their records faster, while companies lose a small revenue stream, so they may push back.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- The bill bans charging a separate fee for transmitting medical records.
- It applies to doctors, hospitals, and insurers in Massachusetts.
- It is currently introduced and has been favorably reported by a health committee.
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