Amendment #8 to H3944

Consumer dashboard for treatment options

Mr. Bradley of Hingham moves to amend the bill by inserting the following section:-

Section XX. The department of public health shall create a central navigation model, utilizing real-time information on treatment bed and services availability across the system, available as a consumer-facing dashboard available to the public to efficiently refer consumers to appropriate care settings, and improve access to and understanding of the substance abuse treatment system, including, but not limited to, treatment provider directories, facility operator, service settings, client characteristics, insurance requirements and  information for consumers to petition any district or juvenile court for an order of commitment for an individual believed to be a person with an alcohol or substance use disorder under section 35 of chapter 123 of the General Laws. The department shall be allowed to amend contracts as needed to ensure access to real-time treatment bed and services availability.