States receive more flexibility, resources to implement Affordable Insurance Exchanges

November 29, 2011

Website Link  http://www.hhs.gov/news/press/2011pres/11/20111129a.html

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The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) awarded nearly $220 million in Affordable Insurance Exchange grants to 13 states to help them create Exchanges, giving these states more flexibility and resources to implement the Affordable Care Act.  The health care reform law gives states the freedom to design Affordable Insurance Exchanges - one-stop marketplaces where consumers can choose a private health insurance plan that fits their health needs and have the same kinds of insurance choices as members of Congress.