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Mar 12, 2021 · The New Law. President Biden signed the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARP) into law on March 11, 2021. ARP makes major improvements in access to and affordability of health coverage through the Marketplace by increasing eligibility for financial assistance to help pay for Marketplace coverage. The new law will lower premiums for most people ...
Oct 28, 2022 · The final rule, which implements changes made by the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (CAA), makes it easier for people to enroll in Medicare and eliminates delays in coverage. Among these changes, individuals will now have Medicare coverage the month immediately after their enrollment, thereby reducing any delays in coverage.
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Aug 10, 2021 · The Affordable Care Act created new pathways to health coverage by expanding Medicaid. Yet, nearly 4 million people can’t get covered because they live in states that refuse to expand Medicaid.
- The final rule accelerates the start of Medicare coverage for beneficiaries who enroll during the Initial Enrollment Period. Individuals have several opportunities to enroll in Medicare.
- The final rule shortens the gap between enrollment and Medicare coverage for beneficiaries who enroll during the General Enrollment Period. Policy prior to January 1, 2023.
- The final rule establishes new Special Enrollment Periods to reduce gaps in coverage for people who missed their Medicare enrollment period due to certain circumstances.
- The final rule extends Medicare coverage of immunosuppressive drugs for certain kidney transplant patients. Adults under the age of 65 with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) qualify for Medicare coverage on the basis of their ESRD diagnosis.
Mar 23, 2022 · The “State of the ACA” report, published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), shows that the Affordable Care Act is at the strongest it has ever been thanks to President Biden’s robust investments through the American Rescue Plan (ARP). Nationwide, 2.8 million more consumers are receiving tax credits in 2022 compared to ...
Mar 18, 2022 · Contact: HHS Press Office. 202-690-6343 media@hhs.gov. Fact Sheet: Celebrating the Affordable Care Act. 12 Years of Advancing Health Equity for All Americans. Since its enactment on March 23, 2010, the Affordable Care Act has led to an historic advancement of health equity in the United States. This landmark law improved the health of all ...
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