Article Publication Date:
3/1/2012
Summary:
What has the ACA achieved over the past two years? According to the report, the ACA provides important insurance consumer protections, such as prohibitions on pre-existing condition exclusions, lifetime limits, and annual limits on certain benefits. Review a highlight of other key achievements.
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Programs/Initiatives:
Affordable Care Act (ACA)
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Keywords:
Eligibility
Pre-existing Condition Insurance Plan (PCIP); Lifetime Limits; Annual Limits; Issue and Prohibiting Rescission of Coverage; Appeals Process; Health Insurance Premiums; Medicaid Long Term Care Services; Community First Choice Option; Consumer Assistance; Free Preventive Care; National Quality Strategy; Prevention and Public Health Fund; Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation; Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
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Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/53070