Under ACA Section 1557, a health plan premium sold through a state exchange may, based
on an individual's age and - ANScharge higher premiums.
Which of the following statements best describes Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act
(ACA)? - ANSSection 1557 incorporates earlier civil rights protections in regard to race,
color, national origin, disability, age and sex.
Which Medicare programs are covered by ACA Section 1557 under the Biden
Administration's Proposed Rule? - ANSParts A, C, and D, and as proposed Part B.
Federal financial assistance triggers Section 1557 coverage and compliance. Federal
financial assistance for purposes of Section 1557 includes grants, property, Medicaid, and
Medicare Parts A, C, and D payments and now under the Proposed Rule Part B. Federal
financial assistance for purposes of Section 1557 also includes tax credits and cost-sharing
subsidies under Title I of the ACA.
As a result of violations of ACA Section 1557 nondiscrimination rules, - ANSa health plan
may revoke an agent or broker's appointment with the health plan.
ACA Section 1557 rules for disability concern - ANSpolicies and procedures, physical
access, and communication.
Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act applies to - ANSall health programs and activities
administered by or receiving federal financial assistance from HHS.
Which entity enforces Section 1557 for programs that receive funding from on are
administered by HHS? - ANSThe Office of Civil Rights (OCR) of HHS.
For a health plan, what are the possible consequences of violations of ACA Section 1557? -
ANSLoss of federal business and compensatory damages.
Under ACA Section 1557, a health plan - ANScannot deny coverage to LEP individuals and
is required to provide language assistance to them, free of charge.
Which of these actions is most likely to be permitted in dealing with a person with limited
English proficiency? - ANSAllowing a child to interpret in an emergency.
Which of the following would be considered permissible under Section 1557? - ANSBroker
Mary Jones has recruited a diverse workforce. She encourages her agents to prospect
through community-based marketing and within their community of influence.