Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas


March 7, 2014

March 2014 Legislative Highlights Sheet Available

As a resource to provide the latest information regarding the Affordable Care Act (ACA), we develop monthly legislative highlights to help you stay current on the legislation that affects you and your clients the most. On this month’s highlights sheet, you’ll find:

Federal government announcements regarding:
  • Final rule on Employer Shared Responsibility
  • Final and separate proposed rule on the 90-day waiting period
Links to fliers for these resources:
  • Health Care Reform Overview Charts
  • Health Insurance Marketplace Open and Special Enrollment FAQs
  • Pre-Existing Condition FAQs
Summary of Benefits and Coverage (SBC) details regarding:
  • Reminder on foreign language translation fees for ASO groups (151+)
  • Foreign language translation guidance for Fully Insured Groups (151+)
  • Print and mail fees for ASO Groups (151+)
As always, if you have any questions about ACA, contact your account representative.

This communication is intended for informational purposes only. It is not intended to provide, does not constitute, and cannot be relied upon as legal, tax or compliance advice. The information contained in this communication is subject to change based on future regulation and guidance.

 


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