Law and Executive Order: A look at how President Trump's executive order on healthcare impacts the ACA's small group and individual markets
15 November 2017
Law and Executive Order: A look at how President Trump's executive order on healthcare impacts the ACA's small group and individual markets
The Presidential Executive Order Promoting Healthcare Choice and Competition Across the United States could have a significant effect on both the individual and small group health insurance markets. The extent of any impact on either market will vary depending on how the executive order is interpreted and implemented by administrative agencies as well as whether those interpretations hold up to legal challenges. This paper summarizes the executive order and analyzes key considerations and potential impacts for commercial health plans.