NSCLC recently commented on interim final regulations establishing internal claims and appeals processes that group and individual health insurance providers must follow. The rules included significant protections for limited English proficient plan enrollees like interpreter and notice translation requirements. NSCLC’s comments supported the rules and advocated for further protections including a clearer definition of limited English proficient and broader interpreter and translation requirements. Read NSCLC Comments
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California Approved Poor Performing Health Plans for Dual Eligibles (5/2/2012) A special NSCLC report raises concern about the eight health plans the state has selected… Visit News Releases
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Elaine Clark began receiving Social Security Disability Insurance in 1996 when she was diagnosed with end-stage renal disease. In January of that year, retroactive to January 2005, the Social Security Administration unlawfully stopped paying her benefits based on an outstanding warrant.. READ MORE
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