Health Insurance Exchanges Health Insurance "Navigators" and In-Person Assistance

Format:

Book

Government document

Author/Creator:

Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service. Resources, Science, and Industry Division

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Administrative law.

Finance--Law and legislation.

Finance.

Health facilities.

Health insurance.

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Contained In:

ProQuest U.S. Congressional Research Digital Collection

Place of Publication:

[United States] [publisher not identified] 2013

Summary:

Provides background on State exchanges, which are special marketplaces where insurance firms can sell health insurance policies through P.L. 111-148, as amended, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA). Describes exchange outreach programs, highlighting navigator programs that help consumers and small businesses make informed decisions about their insurance options. Outlines Federal and State oversight of navigators, role of brokers and agents, and previous education and outreach efforts for Federal health care programs. Addresses outstanding issues regarding funding and adequacy of privacy protections

Notes:

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Other Format:

Microfiche version Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service. Resources, Science, and Industry Division. Health Insurance Exchanges

Publisher Number:

CRS-2014-RSI-0385

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license