Fact Sheet on Affordable Care Act & Americans with Disabilities
Friday, Dec. 24th 2010 6:18 AM
This fact sheet from HealthCare.gov describes what the Affordable Care Act means for Americans with disabilities. The Act will stop insurance company discrimination based on a preexisting condition. Beginning in 2014 the law will prohibit insurance companies from denying coverage or charging more to a person based on their medical history. It will also provide new choices for long-term supports and services, as well as accessible, quality and affordable health care for people with disabilities.
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