An Act relative to color coded patient wristbands

This bill directs the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to study how healthcare providers currently use color-coded wristbands to identify patients. The department must review existing practices within the state, compare them with methods used in other regions, and assess any negative effects on patient care. By January 1, 2024, the department is required to submit a report with its findings and recommendations to several legislative committees. The legislation does not mandate specific wristband colors or standards but instead establishes a process for the state to evaluate and potentially update these protocols.