Massachusetts § 47EE - Coverage for abuse deterrent opioid drug products
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 47EE — Coverage for abuse deterrent opioid drug products, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 47EE. Coverage for abuse deterrent opioid drug products
Section 47EE. Any policy, contract, agreement, plan or certificate of insurance issued, delivered or renewed within the commonwealth, which is considered creditable coverage under section 1 of chapter 118M, shall provide coverage for abuse deterrent opioid drug products listed on the formulary, compiled pursuant to subsection (b) of section 13 of chapter 17, on a basis not less favorable than non-abuse deterrent opioid drug products that are covered by such policy, contract, agreement, plan or certificate of insurance. An increase in patient cost sharing shall not be allowed to achieve compliance with this section.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 47EE
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 47EE cover?
Section 47EE ("Coverage for abuse deterrent opioid drug products") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Massachusetts § 47EE?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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