“While the final rule maintains much of the framework laid out in the proposed rule,” says a fact sheet issued by HHS, “it also includes improvements recommended by States, consumers, consumer organizations, and the healthcare provider community. The final rule provides additional protections for consumers, as well as additional flexibilities and options for States.”
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