Pass Under ACA Section 1557
ACA Section 1557 differs from earlier legislation in providing broader
protection against discrimination based on - ANSWERsex
Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act applies to - ANSWERc. all health
programs and activities administered by or receiving federal financial
assistance from HHS. Correct
Which Medicare programs are covered by ACA Section 1557? - ANSWERa.
Parts A, C, and D, but not B. Correct
Under ACA Section 1557, prohibited actions involve - ANSWERd. eligibility,
claims, and marketing. Correct
Under ACA Section 1557, a person - ANSWERc. cannot be discriminated
against based on her legal or illegal immigration status or ability to speak
English. Correct
Under ACA Section 1557, a health plan - ANSWERd. cannot deny coverage to
LEP individuals and is required to provide language assistance to them, free
of charge. Correct
, Which of these actions is most likely to be permitted in dealing with a person
with limited English proficiency? - ANSWERa. Allowing a child to interpret in
an emergency. Correct
Under ACA Section 1557, sex discrimination includes a person's - ANSWERc.
sex, pregnancy, sex stereotypes, or gender identity. Correct
Under ACA Section 1557, a health plan sold through a state exchange may,
based on an individual's age, - ANSWERd. charge higher premiums. Correct
ACA Section 1557 rules for disability concern - ANSWERd. Policies and
procedures, physical access, and communication. Correct
Which area of potential discrimination is not generally covered by ACA
Section 1557? - ANSWERc. Employment (with the exception of the provision
of health insurance). Correct
As a result of violations of ACA Section 1557 nondiscrimination rules, -
ANSWERc. a health plan may revoke an agent or broker's appointment with
the health plan. Correct
For a health plan, what are the possible consequences of violations of ACA
Section 1557? - ANSWERb. Loss of federal business and compensatory
damages. Correct
If a health plan violates ACA Section 1557 nondiscrimination protections, it
may be - ANSWERc. required to take corrective action and sometimes pay
damages, and it may be sued by individuals. Correct