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AAPD Applauds HHS’ Finalization of New Anti-discrimination Rule Under Section 1557 of the ACA

For Immediate Release: May 1, 2024 Contact: Jess Davidson at jdavidson@aapd.com; 202-975-0960 WASHINGTON, DC - On April 26, 2024, The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a final rule regarding section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act (ACA),...

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