Non-Discrimination Verified A+
Games and activities
As a result of violations of ACA Section 1557 nondiscrimination rules, ️a health plan may revoke an
agent or broker's appointment with the health plan.
Health plans can face consequences as a result of violations of Section 1557 nondiscr...
Non-Discrimination Verified A+
Games and activities
As a result of violations of ACA Section 1557 nondiscrimination rules, ✔️a health plan may revoke an
agent or broker's appointment with the health plan.
Health plans can face consequences as a result of violations of Section 1557 nondiscrimination rules. For
example, health plans may be faced with termination of their ability to conduct federally funded lines of
business (such as those related to Medicare) and such violations can result in the payment of
compensatory damages.
Under ACA Section 1557, a health plan premium sold through a state exchange may, based on an
individual's age, ✔️Charge higher premiums
As a general rule, Section 1557 prohibits a covered entity (such as a health plan) from excluding,
denying, or limiting benefits and services based on an individual's age. This would include primary care
benefits and services.
ACA Section 1557 rules for disability concern ✔️Policies and procedures, physical access, and
communication.
Correct: Under Section 1557, covered entities (such as health plans) must take actions that include: (1)
Making reasonable changes in policies, procedures, and practices where necessary to provide equal
access to individuals with disabilities; (2) Ensuring newly constructed and altered facilities are physically
accessible to individuals with disabilities; and (3) Providing effective communication with individuals
with disabilities, including patients and their companions.
Which of the following statements best describes Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act (ACA)?
✔️Section 1557 incorporates earlier civil rights protections in regard to race, color, national origin,
disability, age and sex.
Correct: Section 1557 incorporates earlier civil rights protections in regard to race, color, national origin,
disability, age, and sex and applies them to federally funded health programs and those administered by
HHS. These laws include Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (race, color, and national origin), Title IX of
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