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SB 609

relative to improving screening for and treatment of blood clots, or venous thromboembolism, and establishing a statewide venous thromboembolism registry.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Sharon Carson and 3 co-sponsors

SB 609: Improving Venous Thromboembolism Screening and Treatment OverviewBill Number: SB 609 Title: Relative to improving screening for and treatment of blood clots, or venous thr

Refer to Interim Study, MA, VV; 03/05/2026; SJ 5
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Bill Summary · SB 609

SB 609: Improving Venous Thromboembolism Screening and Treatment

Overview

Bill Number: SB 609
Title: Relative to improving screening for and treatment of blood clots, or venous thromboembolism, and establishing a statewide venous thromboembolism registry.
Status: To Be Introduced 01/07/2026 and Referred to Health and Human Services; SJ 1
Introduced: February 20, 2025

Purpose and Intent

This bill aims to enhance the state's efforts to address the public health issue of venous thromboembolism (VTE), which includes deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. The legislation seeks to improve screening, treatment, and data collection around VTE in order to better understand and prevent these potentially life-threatening blood clot conditions.

Key Provisions

  • Requires all hospitals and healthcare facilities to implement standardized VTE risk assessment and prevention protocols for patients.
  • Establishes a statewide VTE registry to collect data on incidence, treatment, and outcomes of VTE cases across the state.
  • Mandates insurance coverage for VTE screening, prophylaxis, and treatment services without patient cost-sharing.
  • Directs the Department of Health to develop educational campaigns to raise public awareness about VTE risk factors and prevention.
  • Provides funding for healthcare provider training on evidence-based VTE management guidelines.

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Patients: Increased access to VTE screening, prevention, and treatment services; reduced out-of-pocket costs.
  • Healthcare providers: Required to implement standardized VTE protocols and report data to the statewide registry.
  • Insurers: Mandated to cover VTE-related services without patient cost-sharing.
  • State public health agencies: Responsible for operating the VTE registry and public education campaigns.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

This bill is expected to be introduced in the state legislature on January 7, 2026 and referred to the Health and Human Services committee for consideration. If passed, the key provisions would take effect within 6-12 months to allow time for implementation by healthcare facilities and insurers.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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