AHIP NONDISCRIMINATION TRAINING

Aca section 1557 differs from earlier legislation in providing broader protection against discrimination based on - answer- sex Section 1557 of the affordable care act applies to - answer- all health programs and activites adminstrated by or receiving federal financial assistance from hhs. Which medicare programs are covered by aca section 1557? - answer- parts a,c, and d, but not b Under aca section 1557, prohibited action involve - answer- eligibility, claims, and marketing Under aca section 1557, a person - answer- cannot be discriminated against based on her legal or illegal immigration status or ability to speak english. Under aca section 1557, a health plan - answer- cannot 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? - answer- allowing a child to interpret in an emergency. Under aca section 1557, sex discrimination includes a person's - answer- sex, pregnancy, sex stereotypes, or gender identity. Under aca section 1557, a health plan sold through a state exchange may, based on an individuals age - answer- charge higher premiums. Aca section 1557 rules for disability concern - answer- policies and procedures, physical access, and communication. For a healht plan, what are the possible consequences of violations of aca section 1557? - answer- loss of federal business and compensatory damages. As a result of violations of aca section 1557 nondiscrimination rules. - answer- a health plan revoke an agent or broker's appointment with the health plan. If a health plan violates aca section 1557 nondiscrimination protections, it may be - answer- required to take corrective action and sometimes pay damages, and it may be sued by individuals.