An Act to ensure MassHealth rate parity for behavioral health inpatient providers

This bill amends Massachusetts law to require MassHealth and its contracted insurers to pay behavioral health inpatient providers at least the same daily rate used for general inpatient care. The change directly affects hospitals and clinics that provide mental health or substance use disorder treatment to MassHealth members. By mandating this reimbursement floor, the legislation aims to ensure these specialized facilities receive funding comparable to other inpatient services. The provision applies to all network providers under MassHealth contracts, including health plans and third-party administrators.