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Massachusetts
These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on September 14, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Massachusetts, we recommend that you visit the state's COVID-19 Updates and Information website, COVID-19 State of Emergency resources or MassTrac's list of bills related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Health-Related Relief Programs
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CARES Act Provisions for Seniors and Healthy Start
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) includes provisions addressing senior assistance programs and Healthy Start. » more information -
CARES Act: Coverage of Testing and Preventative Services
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) mandates that private health insurers cover certain testing and preventative services for COVID-19 without prior authorization and at no cost. » more information -
CARES Act: Support for Healthcare Providers
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) appropriates funds to detect, prevent, diagnose, and treat coronavirus, and provides additional funding for telehealth: … » more information -
Defense Health Program
This program appropriates $82 million in additional funding to the Department of Defense to cover the costs of COVID-19 diagnostic tests and related services for beneficiaries of military TRICARE health plans, as described in Division F, Section … » more information -
Families First Coronavirus Response Act Health Provisions
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) provides no-cost COVID-19 testing for participants in private health insurance plans and beneficiaries of federal health insurance programs, and expanded Medicaid benefits. » more information -
Indian Health Services
This program provides funding to the Indian Health Service to cover the cost of COVID-19 testing. Specifically, the program appropriates $64 million in new funding to the Indian Health Service to be used to cover the costs of COVID-19 diagnostic … » more information -
Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund
This section appropriates an additional $1 billion for a “Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund” for the Department of Health and Human Services (“DHHS”) to pay claims submitted by providers for reimbursement for the cost of COVID-19 … » more information -
Accelerated Authorization to Practice Nursing
Students who have graduated from registered nursing or practical nursing programs approved by the Board of Registration in Nursing and senior nursing students who are attending the last semester of a registered nursing or practical nursing program … » more information -
Authorization of the Independent Prescription Practice of Advanced Practice Registered Nurses
Advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) who are certified nurse midwives may continue to engage in prescriptive practice (as previously permitted). » more information -
Designation of Authorized Health Care Activities Pursuant to the PREP Act (Civil Immunity for Certain Health Care Professionals and Facilities)
The State issued a directive to provide the maximum protections for health care workers and facilities under the federal Public Readiness and Emergency Preparedness Act (PREP Act) during the COVID-19 public health emergency. The directive ensures … » more information -
Expanding Access to and Insurance Coverage for Emergency Department and Inpatient Services Related to COVID-19
All private health insurers, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Inc., the Group Insurance Commission, and Health Maintenance Organizations regulated by the Division of Insurance must cover all medically necessary emergency department and … » more information -
Expanding Access to Physicians’ Services
Retired Physicians. All physicians who have retired in good standing since March 17, 2019 with no outstanding complaints or open investigations shall have their licenses immediately reactivated upon request. » more information -
Expanding Access to Physicians’ Services
COVID-19 Order No. 7, expanding access to physicians’ services, has been rescinded. The relevant licensing authority must ensure that all licenses, registration, or permits previously issued or extended under this Order at a minimum remain valid … » more information -
Expanding Authority to Administer Certain Medication and Oxygen in Community Programs
The Medication Administration Program (MAP) is intended to ensure the safe and secure administration of medication to individuals living in certain community residential and day programs. » more information -
Expanding Pharmacy Practice
Pharmacy Technicians. Licensed pharmacy technicians may perform remote processing of patient-specific prescriptions for Massachusetts licensed pharmacies and health care facilities without the direct on-site supervision by licensed pharmacists. » more information -
Expanding the Capacity of Assisted Living Residences
In order to provide care to all patients and residents, the Department of Health has taken measures to expand the capacity of assisted living residences (ALRs) that are certified by the Executive Office of Elder Affairs. These measures include the … » more information -
Expedited Credentialing Procedures for Licensed Independent Practitioners & Expedited Transfers of Licensed Clinical Staff Among Facilities
All hospitals and facilities licensed or operated by the Department of Public Health (DPH) have been directed immediately to implement expedited credentialing procedures in order to process applications from licensed independent practitioners … » more information -
Extensions of Certification and Continuing Education Deadlines for EMTs, Paramedics, and First Responders
Extensions of Expiration Deadlines for Certifications. First responder refresher training credentials, advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certificates of completion, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificates of completion that are or … » more information -
Health Insurance Coverage for Telehealth Services for Persons Impacted by COVID-19
All private health insurers, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Inc., the Group Insurance Commission, and Health Maintenance Organizations regulated by the Division of Insurance must allow all in-network providers to deliver clinically … » more information -
Mandatory 14-Day Quarantine for Travelers Arriving in Massachusetts
In an effort to protect against new sources of COVID-19 transmission, the Governor has issued COVID-19 Order No. 45, a mandatory 14-day quarantine requirement for travelers arriving in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Effective at 12:01 am on … » more information -
MassSupport Health Counseling Services
MassSupport is a Crisis Counseling Program (CCP) funded by the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) and managed in partnership between the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health and Riverside Trauma Center, a program of Riverside … » more information -
Medicaid, Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and MassHealth
In Massachusetts, Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) are combined into one program called MassHealth. MassHealth members have access to a range of health care services, resources, and benefits, including health and dental … » more information -
Optum® Emotional Support Help Line for State Employees
The toll-free emotional support help line is available to all public employees who are eligible for health insurance through the Group Insurance Commission (GIC), and their dependents. The line is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This line is … » more information -
State Civil Immunity for Health Care Workers, Health Care Facilities, and Volunteer Organizations Providing Facilities for the State’s COVID-19 Response
The State passed legislation to provide health care professionals, health care facilities, and certain volunteer organizations immunity from suit and civil liability for damages related to the State’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The … » more information -
Waiver of Notice of Determination of Need for Health Care Facilities
Proposals for a substantial capital expenditure, substantial change in services and original licensure, as well as many transfers of ownership and changes in site for health care facilities usually must be reviewed and approved by the Department of … » more information
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