Massachusetts § 116A - Hospitalization of persons suffering from chronic rheumatism; rules and regulations
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 116A — Hospitalization of persons suffering from chronic rheumatism; rules and regulations, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 116A. Hospitalization of persons suffering from chronic rheumatism; rules and regulations
Section 116A. The department, subject to rules and regulations approved by the executive office of health and human services or a governmental unit designated by the executive office, may provide for the care and treatment of persons suffering from chronic rheumatism for a period not exceeding six months in case of any one such person, and said department may enter into contracts with one or more existing hospitals within any metropolitan district for the care and treatment of such patients; provided, that not more than twenty-five such patients may be cared for or treated under this section at any one time.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 116A
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 116A cover?
Section 116A ("Hospitalization of persons suffering from chronic rheumatism; rules and regulations") 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 § 116A?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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