In 2020, States Can Apply Health Insurance Subsidies To Short-Term & Association Health Plans

Starting in 2020, states with federal waivers to run their own state health insurance marketplaces will be able to offer subsidies to qualifying consumers who enroll in short-term, limited duration insurance (STLDI) plans and association health plans (AHP), as well as to those who enroll in traditional marketplace plans that cover the full range of essential health benefits. STLDI plans and AHP do not cover the full range of essential health benefits, such as mental health services and prenatal care.

The expanded use of subsidies was among the provisions of rules for “State Relief and Empowerment Waivers” issued on . . .