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As a result of violations of ACA Section 1557 nondiscrimination rules, -
ANSWER-a health plan may revoke an agent or broker's appointment with
the health plan.
Which Medicare programs are covered by ACA Section 1557 under the Biden
Administration's Final Rule (2024)? - ANSWER-Parts A, C, and D, and Part B.
Which of the following statements best describes Section 1557 of the
Affordable Care Act (ACA)? - ANSWER-Section 1557 incorporates earlier civil
rights protections in regard to race, color, national origin, disability, age and
sex.
ACA Section 1557 rules for disability concern - ANSWER-policies and
procedures, physical access, and communication.
Under ACA Section 1557, a health plan premium sold through a state
exchange may, based on an individual's age and - ANSWER-charge higher
premiums.
Which of the following statements best describes the scope of operations
subject to Section 1557 under the Final Rule (2024) of the Biden
Administration? - ANSWER-Entities principally engaged in health care, which
includes health insurers, must comply with Section 1557 for all programs
they offer.
Which entity enforces Section 1557 for programs that receive funding from
on are administered by HHS? - ANSWER-The Office of Civil Rights (OCR) of
HHS.
Which of the following would be considered permissible under Section 1557?
- ANSWER-Broker Mary Jones has recruited a diverse workforce. She
encourages her agents to prospect through community-based marketing and
within their community of influence.
For a health plan, what are the possible consequences of violations of ACA
Section 1557? - ANSWER-Loss of federal business and compensatory
damages.
Auxiliary aids and services must be provided to individuals with disabilities,
such as those suffering from vision or hearing impairments, free of charge,
and in a timely manner. Auxiliary aids and services include which of the
following: