An Act relative to patient access to information regarding breast reconstructive surgery

HD 731 requires medical facilities performing mastectomy, lymph node dissection, or lumpectomy to provide patients with written information about breast reconstructive surgery options before they consent to the procedure. The bill mandates that this information include details on available reconstructive methods (with their pros and cons), coverage requirements under federal and state law, and how to access care (including transferring facilities or scheduling reconstruction after cancer treatment). It directly affects patients undergoing these specific breast cancer surgeries at participating medical facilities. The key mechanism is a mandatory pre-procedure information disclosure to ensure patients understand their reconstructive care options and coverage.