Section 101 (Part 16): Commission Study On Brokers
Directs a study to examine the Connector use of brokers.
Section 101 (Part 15): Connector Annual Progress Reports
Establishes a requirement that the Connector must conduct a study and report on its progress to the Massachusetts Legislature 2 years after operation and every year thereafter.
Section 101 (Part 14): Connector Financial Reporting Requirements
Establishes reporting requirements for the Connector.
Section 101 (Part 13): Connector Financial Liability
Establishes financial liability of the Connector.
Section 101 (Part 12): Connector Surcharge For Administrative Expenses
Provides that Connector administrative operations will be financed through the surcharges it receives from all Connector health plans.
Section 101 (Part 11): Broker Commission Paid on Connector-Enrolled Individuals
Allows for intermediaries and producers to earn commission on individuals enrolled through the Connector.
Section 101 (Part 10): Connector Seal of Approval Standards
Establishes criteria for Connector Seal of Approval product specifications.
Section 101 (Part 9): Connector Plans Available for State Employees and Contractors
Allows the Group Insurance Commission to allow state employees and contractors who are ineligible for group insurance to purchase a health plan through the Connector.
Section 101 (Part 8): Connector To Verify Data With Department of Revenue
Directs an interagency agreement with the department of revenue for purposes of determining eligibility for Commonwealth Care.
Section 3 (Part 6): Health Disparities Council
Creates a Health Disparities Council within EOHHS to make recommendations to reduce racial and ethnic health disparities in the Commonwealth and to increase diversity among healthcare workers.