America’s Health Insurance Plans Issue Statement on Use of Association Health Plans
"Every American should be able to get comprehensive health care coverage they can afford, and we support the goal of increasing competition and choice in ways that improve affordability. The final rule provides some important protections by ensuring consumers, including those with pre-existing conditions, do not face discrimination as new association plans are created, and by preserving state authority to regulate AHPs offered in their markets.
"However, we remain concerned that broadly expanding the use of AHPs may lead to higher premiums for consumers who depend on the individual or small group market for their coverage. Ultimately, the rule could result in fewer insured Americans and may put consumers at greater risk of fraudulent actors entering this market.
"We will continue to work with the Administration,
To learn more, go to Avalere's report, Association Health Plans: Projecting the Impact of the Proposed Rule.
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