An Act relative to health equity and community health workers

HD 2122 requires Massachusetts health insurance plans - including Medicaid, private insurers, and employer health plans - to cover services provided by certified community health workers (CHWs), such as health education, care coordination, and resource navigation. It directly affects CHWs, healthcare providers, community organizations, and insurers by mandating payment for these services, including those employed by non-medical entities. The bill also establishes a task force to study CHW workforce challenges and recommend improvements to certification, recruitment, retention, and reimbursement by March 2026. This policy change expands access to community-based health support through standardized insurance coverage and workforce development efforts.