Implementation of The Affordable Care Act

Affordable Care Act (ACA) Implementation & Other Health Care Regulatory Action
As of May 3, 2013
ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE Compliance, grandfathered health plans, claims, internal appeals and external review, dependent coverage of children, out-of-network emergency services, and highly compensated employees Grandfathered health plans, dental and vision benefits, rescissions, preventive health services, and ACA effective date for individual health insurance policies Exemption for group health plans with less than two current employees Grandfathered Health Plans HIPAA nondiscrimination and wellness program rules, and the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008 Grandfathered Health Plans Exchanges Summary of Benefits and Coverage (SBC) Exchanges REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY HHS, DOL, IRS
ACA Implementation FAQs I
FAQs I
Sep. 20, 2010
HHS, DOL, IRS FAQs II Oct. 8, 2010
ACA Implementation FAQs II
ACA Implementation FAQs III ACA Implementation FAQs IV
FAQs III FAQs IV
Oct. 12, 2010 Oct. 28, 2010
HHS, DOL, IRS HHS, DOL, IRS HHS, DOL, IRS
ACA Implementation FAQs V
FAQs V
Dec. 22, 2010 HHS, DOL, IRS CCIIO HHS, DOL, IRS CCIIO
ACA Implementation FAQs VI Affordable Insurance Exchanges: Questions and Answers ACA Implementation FAQs VII State Exchange Implementation Questions and Answers
FAQs VI FAQs FAQs VII FAQs
Apr. 1, 2011 July 11, 2011 Nov. 17, 2011 Nov. 29, 2011
Prepared by Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
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ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE Automatic Enrollment, Employer Shared Responsibility, and Waiting Periods REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE Feb. 9, 2012 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION FAQs from Employers Regarding Automatic Enrollment, Employer Shared Responsibility, and Waiting Periods Questions and Answers Related to Annual Limit Waivers Frequently Asked Questions on the Essential Health Benefits Bulletin ACA Implementation FAQs VIII ACA Implementation FAQs IX Frequently Asked Questions on the Draft Blueprint for Exchanges Exchange Establishment Cooperative Agreement Funding FAQs ACA Implementation FAQs X Exchange Establishment Cooperative Agreement Funding FAQs Exchange Blueprint FAQs Medical Device Excise Exchanges, Market Reforms and Medicaid Increased Medicaid Payment for Primary Care Questions and Answers
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY HHS, DOL, IRS
FAQs
FAQs EHB Summary of Benefits and Coverage (SBC) Summary of Benefits and Coverage (SBC) Exchange Blueprint ACA 1311(a) PHS Act 2715 ACA 1311(a) ACA 1311(a) IRC 4191 FAQs FAQs VIII FAQs IX FAQs FAQs FAQs X FAQs FAQs FAQs FAQs HCERA 1202 Questions & Answers
Feb. 10, 2012 Feb. 17, 2012 March 19, 2012 May 11, 2012 May 16, 2012
CCIIO CCIIO HHS, DOL, IRS HHS, DOL, IRS CCIIO CCIIO
June 29, 2012 Aug.7, 2012 Nov. 9, 2012 Nov. 9, 2012 Dec. 5, 2012 Dec. 10, 2012 Dec. 21, 2012 CCIIO IRS CMS CMS CCIIO CCIIO
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ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE ACA 1512; PHS Act 2711; IRC 4376 REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION FAQs XI Questions & Answers PHS Act 2707(b), 2713 Expatriate group health insurance coverage Premium assistance through Medicaid CO-OP Program FAQs XII FAQs XIII FAQs FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE Jan. 24, 2013 Feb. 6, 2013 Feb. 20, 2013 March 8, 2013 March 29, 2013 HHS, DOL, IRS HHS, DOL, IRS EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION Affordable Care Act Implementation FAQs XI Medicaid and CHIP ACA Implementation Questions and Answers ACA Implementation FAQs XII ACA Implementation FAQs XIII Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act: Premium Assistance FAQs Questions and Answers on Consumer Operated and Oriented Plan Program Contingency Fund Questions and Answers Regarding the MLR Final Rule and 2012 Annual Reporting Form QHP Webinar Series Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) #1 QHP Webinar Series Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) #2 QHP Webinar Series Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) #3 QHP Webinar Series Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) #4
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY HHS, DOL, IRS CMS
CMS CCIIO
Q&A
April 4, 2013
CCIIO
MLR Q&A April 4, 2013
QHPs QHPs
FAQs #1 FAQs #2
April 8, 2013 April 9, 2013 April 11, 2013 April 18, 2013
CMS CMS CMS CMS
QHPs FAQs #3 QHPs FAQs #4
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ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE QHPs REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION FAQs #5 2715 PHS Act (SBC) QHPs FAQs #6 QHPs FAQs #7 QHPs FAQs #8 Availability of the 75 percent federal match for maintenance and operations, systems issues regarding communication between the Federally-Facilitated Marketplace and Medicaid, and further policy guidance regarding the use of section 1115 demonstrations April 23, 2013 CMS April 24, 2013 April 23, 2013 FAQs XIV FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE April 18, 2013 April 23, 2013 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION QHP Webinar Series Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) #5 ACA Implementation FAQs XIV QHP Webinar Series Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) #6 QHP Webinar Series Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) #7 QHP Webinar Series Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) #8
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
CMS
HHS, DOL, IRS
CMS CMS
Affordable Care Act Questions and Answers
CMCS Informational Bulletin
April 25, 2013
CMS
Questions and Answers Related to the Health Insurance Market Reforms ACA Implementation FAQs XV QHP Webinar Series Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) #9
Q&As FAQs XV QHPs FAQs #9
April 26, 2013 April 29, 2013 April 30, 2013
CCIIO HHS, DOL, IRS CMS
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ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE QHPs REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION FAQs #10 FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE April 30, 2013 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION QHP Webinar Series Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) #10
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
CMS
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ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION EFFECTIVE PUBLICATION COMMENT TOPIC OF REGULATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE OF DATE, VOLUME, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION REGULATION PAGE RELATED STATUTE TITLE I - QUALITY, AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE FOR ALL AMERICANS TITLE I SUBTITLE A - IMMEDIATE IMPROVEMENTS IN HEALTH COVERAGE FOR ALL AMERICANS Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Health 1001 (PHS Act 2701, Nov. 26, 2012 Proposed Rule Dec. 26, 2012 Insurance Market Rules; Rate 2702, 2703, 2723 and 2794) 77 Fed. Reg. 70583 Review Apr. 29, 2013, except 45 CFR Patient Protection and 147.103 and the Affordable Care Act; Health 1001 (PHS Act 2701, Feb. 27, 2013 Final Rule amendments to 45 Insurance Market Rules; Rate 2702, 2703, 2723 and 2794) 78 Fed. Reg. 13405 CFR part 154 are Review effective on March 29, 2013 Preexisting Conditions 1001 (2704); 1001 Interim Final Rule 75 Fed. Reg. 123, Exclusions; Lifetime & Annual (2711); 1001 (2712); & Request for 37188 Aug. 27, 2010 Aug. 27, 2010 Limits; Rescission; Patient 1001 (2719A) Comments June 28, 2010 Protections Process for Obtaining Waivers Guidance Released Sept. 3, 1001 (2711(a)(2)) Sept. 23, 2010 of Annual Limits Requirements Memorandum 2010 Waivers of Annual Limits Supplemental 1001 (2711(a)(2)) Nov. 5, 2010 Requirements Guidance Consumer Notices on Waivers Supplemental 1001 (2711(a)(2)) Dec. 9, 2010 of Annual Limits Requirements Guidance Sale of New Business by Supplemental 1001 (2711(a)(2)) Dec. 9, 2010 Issuers Receiving Waivers Guidance Annual Limit Waivers Fact Sheet Consumer Notices and Sale of 1001 (2711(a)(2)) Letter to Consumer New Business Groups Annual Limit Waiver Form 1001 (2711(a)(2)) Dec. 8, 2010 Application Instructions
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ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION EFFECTIVE PUBLICATION COMMENT TOPIC OF REGULATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE OF DATE, VOLUME, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION REGULATION PAGE RELATED STATUTE TITLE I - QUALITY, AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE FOR ALL AMERICANS TITLE I SUBTITLE A - IMMEDIATE IMPROVEMENTS IN HEALTH COVERAGE FOR ALL AMERICANS Approved Applications for Approved Waiver of Annual Limits 1001 (2711(a)(2)) Dec. 3, 2010 Applications Requirements Concluding the Annual Limit June 17, 2011 Waiver Application Process Supplemental CMS Supplemental 2711 PHS Act September 22, 2011 Guidance Guidance (CCIIO 2011 - 1D) Exemption for Health Reimbursement Arrangements Aug. 19, 2011 Aug. 19, 2011 2711 PHS Act Guidance that are Subject to PHS Act CCIIO 2011 - 1E Section 2711 Patient Protections 1001 (2719A) Fact Sheet Interim Final Rule July 19, 2010 Preventive Services 1001 (2713 PHS Act) & Request for 75 Fed. Reg. 137, Sept. 17, 2010 Sept. 17, 2010 Comments 41726 Recommended Preventive Services 1001 (2713 PHS Act) Preventive Services Guidance on the Temporary Enforcement Safe Harbor for Certain Employers, Group Health Plans and Group Health Insurance Issuers with Respect to the Requirement to Cover Contraceptive Services Without Technical 1001 (2713 PHS Act) Feb. 10, 2012 Cost Sharing Under Section Guidance 2713 of the Public Health Service Act, Section 715(a)(1) of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, and Section 9815(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code
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ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION EFFECTIVE PUBLICATION COMMENT TOPIC OF REGULATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE OF DATE, VOLUME, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION REGULATION PAGE RELATED STATUTE TITLE I - QUALITY, AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE FOR ALL AMERICANS TITLE I SUBTITLE A - IMMEDIATE IMPROVEMENTS IN HEALTH COVERAGE FOR ALL AMERICANS Group Health Plans and Health Insurance Issuers Relating to Coverage of Preventive Feb. 15, 2012 1001 (2713 PHS Act) Final Rules April 16, 2012 Services under Patient 77 Fed. Reg. 8725 Protection and Affordable Care Act Advance Notice Of Certain Preventive Services March 21, 2012 1001 (2713 PHS Act) Proposed June 19, 2012 Under the Affordable Care Act 77 Fed. Reg. 16501 Rulemaking Coverage of Certain Preventive Feb. 6, 2013 Services Under the Affordable 1001 (2713 PHS Act) Proposed Rule April 8, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 8456 Care Act Request for Information Dec. 28, 2010 Regarding Value-Based Request for 75 Fed. Reg. 248, Dec. 28, 2010 Feb. 28, 2011 Insurance Design in Connection Information 81544 with Preventive Care Benefits Interim Final Rule May 13, 2010 Dependent Coverage of 1001 (2714) & Request for 75 Fed. Reg. 92, Aug. 11, 2010 July 12, 2010 Children to Age 26 Comments 27122 Dependent Coverage of 1001 (2714) Fact Sheet Children to Age 26 Dependent Coverage of 1001 (2714) FAQs June 29, 2010 Children to Age 26 Group Health Plans and Health Insurance Issuers Relating to Subtitles A and C of title I Interim Final Rules Aug. 3, 2011 Coverage of Preventive ACA ( 715(a)(1) ERISA; With Request For 76 Fed. Reg. 149, August 1, 2011 Services under Patient 9815(a)(1) IRC; 2701 Comments 46621 Protection and Affordable Care 2728 PHS Act) Act
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4 4 4
HHS, EBSA, IRS
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ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION EFFECTIVE PUBLICATION COMMENT TOPIC OF REGULATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE OF DATE, VOLUME, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION REGULATION PAGE RELATED STATUTE TITLE I - QUALITY, AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE FOR ALL AMERICANS TITLE I SUBTITLE A - IMMEDIATE IMPROVEMENTS IN HEALTH COVERAGE FOR ALL AMERICANS HRSA's Women's Preventive Subtitles A and C of title I Services: Required Health Plan ACA ( 715(a)(1) ERISA; Aug. 3, 2011 Guidelines Coverage 9815(a)(1) IRC; 2701 2728 PHS Act) Providing Clear and Consistent Information to Consumers 2715 PHS Act Fact Sheet August 17, 2011 about Their Health Insurance Coverage Summary of Benefits and Notice Of Aug. 22, 2011 Coverage and Uniform 2715 PHS Act Proposed 76 Fed. Reg. 162, Oct. 21, 2011 Glossary Rulemaking 52442 Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Aug. 22, 2011 Glossary: Templates, Solicitation Of 2715 PHS Act 76 Fed. Reg. 162, Oct. 21, 2011 Instructions, and Related Comments 52475 Materials under Public Health Service Act 2715 PHS Act Guidance For Summary of Benefits, Coverage Compliance And and Uniform Glossary: Notice Of Feb. 14, 2012 Templates, Instructions, and Availability Of Feb. 14, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 8706 Related Materials; and Templates, Guidance for Compliance Instructions, And Related Materials. Summary of Benefits, Coverage 2715 PHS Act Feb. 14, 2012 Final Rule Feb. 14, 2012 and Uniform Glossary 77 Fed. Reg. 8668 Corrected Summary of Benefits 2715 PHS Act Guidance May 11, 2012 and Coverage Template Corrected Sample Completed 2715 PHS Act May 11 Guidance SBC
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HHS; IRS; EBSA CCIIO, EBSA CCIIO, EBSA
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ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION EFFECTIVE PUBLICATION COMMENT TOPIC OF REGULATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE OF DATE, VOLUME, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION REGULATION PAGE RELATED STATUTE TITLE I - QUALITY, AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE FOR ALL AMERICANS TITLE I SUBTITLE A - IMMEDIATE IMPROVEMENTS IN HEALTH COVERAGE FOR ALL AMERICANS HHS Guidance on Inputs for 2715 PHS Act May 11 Guidance Coverage Example Calculator Medical Loss Ratio 1001 (2718 PHS Act) 1001 (2718 PHS Act) Medical Loss Ratio 1001 (2718 PHS Act) Medical Loss Ratio Fact Sheet 1001 (2718 PHS Act) Medical Loss Ratio 1001 (2718 PHS Act) Medical Loss Ratio Submission of 2011 Quarterly Reports of MLR Data by Issuers of Mini-med and Expatriate Plans 2718 PHS Act Technical Guidance May 19, 2011 June 30, 2011 CCIIO Technical Guidance for State Submission of Request for MLR Adjustment Technical Correction to Interim Final Rule Request for Information Apr. 14, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 71, 19297 Regulatory Impact Analysis Technical Appendix Interim Final Rule with Request for Comments Nov. 22, 2010 May 14, 2010.
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Dec. 1, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 230, 74864 Jan. 31, 2011 Jan. 1, 2011 HHS
OCIIO Dec. 30, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 250, 82277
Jan. 1, 2011
HHS
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ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION EFFECTIVE PUBLICATION COMMENT TOPIC OF REGULATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE OF DATE, VOLUME, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION REGULATION PAGE RELATED STATUTE TITLE I - QUALITY, AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE FOR ALL AMERICANS TITLE I SUBTITLE A - IMMEDIATE IMPROVEMENTS IN HEALTH COVERAGE FOR ALL AMERICANS Agency Information Collection 1001 (2718 PHS Act) Activities; Proposals, May 31, 2011 Submissions, and Approvals: Comment Request 76 Fed. Reg. 104, June 30, 2011 Request for Adjustment to the 31337 Medical Loss Ratio Standard for a States Individual Market Extension of Time to Comply Extended to any with MLR Requirements taxable year (Filling Out Part V, Section B beginning in 2010 June 11, 2011 of Schedule H, Hospitals in IRS 9106 ( 2718 PHS Act) Notice and the first taxable IRS Notice 2011-51 Announcement 2011-37) year beginning after December 31, 2010. Federal Employees Health Interim Final Rule June 23, 2011 Benefits Program: New 9106 ( 2718 PHS Act) with Request for 76 Fed. Reg. 121, August 22, 2011 July 25, 2011 Premium Rating Method for Comments 36857 Most Community Rated Plans Questions and Answers Technical July 18, 2011 Regarding the Medical Loss 1001 (2718 PHS Act) Guidance 76 Fed. Reg. 137 Ratio Interim Final Rule Medical Loss Ratio Rebate Interim Final Rule Dec. 7, 2011 Requirements for Non-Federal 1001 (2718 PHS Act) with Request for 76 Fed. Reg. 235, Jan. 3, 2012 Governmental Plans Comments 76596 Medical Loss Ratio Dec. 7, 2011 Requirements under the Patient Final Rule with 1001 (2718 PHS Act) 76 Fed. Reg. 235, Jan. 3, 2012 Protection and Affordable Care Comment Period 76574 Act CCIIO Technical Guidance: Questions and Answers 1001 (2718 PHS Act) Guidance February 10, 2012 Regarding the Medical Loss Ratio Interim Final Rule
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ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION EFFECTIVE PUBLICATION COMMENT TOPIC OF REGULATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE OF DATE, VOLUME, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION REGULATION PAGE RELATED STATUTE TITLE I - QUALITY, AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE FOR ALL AMERICANS TITLE I SUBTITLE A - IMMEDIATE IMPROVEMENTS IN HEALTH COVERAGE FOR ALL AMERICANS Memo to Insurance Companies: Medical Loss Ratio Annual 2718 PHS Act Guidance March 30, 2012 Reporting Procedures Annual MLR and Rebate April 3, 2012 2718 PHS Act Notice May 3, 2012 Calculation Report 77 Fed. Reg. 20023 CCIIO Technical Guidance: Questions and Answers 2718 PHS Act Guidance April 20, 212 Regarding the Medical Loss Ratio Regulation Memo to Insurance Companies: Guidance for Medical Loss Guidance Ratio Annual Reporting Form; 2718 PHS Act May 15, 2012 Memo to Insurance Companies: Guidance Guidance for Medical Loss Ratio Notices of Rebates Health Insurance Issuers May 16, 2012; Implementing Medical Loss May 16, 2012 corrections are Ratio (MLR) Under the Patient 2718 PHS Act Rule 77 Fed. Reg. 28788 applicable on Protection and Affordable Care January 1, 2011 Act; Correcting Amendment Medical Loss Ratio Requirements Under the Patient May 16, 2012 2718 PHS Act Final Rule June 15, 2012 Protection and Affordable Care 77 Fed. Reg. 28790 Act CCIIO Technical Guidance: Questions and Answers 2718 PHS Act Guidance May 24, 2012 Regarding the Medical Loss Ratio Reporting Form
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ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION EFFECTIVE PUBLICATION COMMENT TOPIC OF REGULATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE OF DATE, VOLUME, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION REGULATION PAGE RELATED STATUTE TITLE I - QUALITY, AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE FOR ALL AMERICANS TITLE I SUBTITLE A - IMMEDIATE IMPROVEMENTS IN HEALTH COVERAGE FOR ALL AMERICANS CCIIO Technical Guidance: Questions and Answers 2718 PHS Act Guidance May 30, 2012 Regarding the Medical Loss Ratio Reporting Requirements Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals: 2718 PHS Act Notice Dec. 4, 2012 Feb. 4, 2013 Annual MLR and Rebate Calculation Report and MLR Rebate Notices Memo to Insurance Companies: Guidance for 2012 Medical 2718 PHS Act Notice March 29, 2013 Loss Ratio Annual Reporting Form Memo to Insurance Companies: Announcement Regarding 2718 PHS Act Notice March 29, 2013 Training for 2012 Medical Loss Ratio Reporting Period Interim Final Rules July 23, 2010 Internal Claims & Appeals & 1001 (2719) & Request for 75 Fed. Reg. 141, Sept. 23, 2010 Sept. 23, 2010 External Review Comment 43330 Internal Claims & Appeals & 1001 (2719) Fact Sheet July 22, 2010 External Review Availability of Interim Procedures for Federal External Aug. 26, 2010 Review & Model Notices 75 Fed. Reg. 165, Relating to Internal Claims & 1001 (2719) Notice 52597 Appeals & External Review under the Patient Protection & Affordable Care Act
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ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION EFFECTIVE PUBLICATION COMMENT TOPIC OF REGULATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE OF DATE, VOLUME, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION REGULATION PAGE RELATED STATUTE TITLE I - QUALITY, AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE FOR ALL AMERICANS TITLE I SUBTITLE A - IMMEDIATE IMPROVEMENTS IN HEALTH COVERAGE FOR ALL AMERICANS Federal External Review Technical Release Process for Self-Insured Group 1001 (2719) Interim Procedures Aug. 23, 2010 Health Plans Model Notices: Adverse Benefit Determination, Final Released Sept. 20, Internal Adverse Benefit 1001 (2719) Model Notices 2010 Determination, Final External Review Decision Technical Guidance for Interim Procedures for Federal External Review Relating to Internal Interim Procedures Released August Claims and Appeals and 1001 (2719) / Technical 23, 2010 External Review for Health Guidance Insurance Issuers in the Group and Individual Markets Technical Guidance for Issuers in Individual Market to Establish County Level Estimates Pertaining to the Technical Posted Sept. 1, Culturally and Linguistically 1001 (2719) Guidance 2010 Appropriate Standards Set Forth in the Internal Claims and Appeals and External Review Processes Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Affordable Care Act May 2, 2012 1001 (2719) Notice June 1, 2012 Internal Claims and Appeals 77 Fed. Reg. 26046 and External Review Procedures for NonGrandfathered Plans
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ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION EFFECTIVE PUBLICATION COMMENT TOPIC OF REGULATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE OF DATE, VOLUME, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION REGULATION PAGE RELATED STATUTE TITLE I - QUALITY, AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE FOR ALL AMERICANS TITLE I SUBTITLE A - IMMEDIATE IMPROVEMENTS IN HEALTH COVERAGE FOR ALL AMERICANS Enforcement Grace Period for Compliance with Certain New Released Sept. 20, 1001 (2719) Technical Release Provisions with Respect to 2010 Internal Claims and Appeals Revised Model Notice of Released Sept. 20, 1001 (2719) Model Notice Adverse Benefit Determination 2010 Interim Enforcement Safe Harbor for Plans Subject to the Technical Released Sept. 23, 1001 (2719) Federal External Review Guidance 2010 Process Interim Procedures for Internal Technical 1001 (2719) Sept. 20, 2010 Claims and Appeals Guidance Nov. 17, 2010 Federal External Review Request for 1001 (2719) 75 Fed. Reg. 221, Dec. 8, 2010 Process Information 70160 Extension of Non-Enforcement Period Relating to Certain Interim Procedures for Internal Technical Release 1001 (2719 PHS Act) Guidance Mar. 18, 2011 Claims and Appeals under the 2011-01 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
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1001 (2719 PHS Act)
Fact Sheet
June 19, 2012
CCIIO
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ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION EFFECTIVE PUBLICATION COMMENT TOPIC OF REGULATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE OF DATE, VOLUME, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION REGULATION PAGE RELATED STATUTE TITLE I - QUALITY, AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE FOR ALL AMERICANS TITLE I SUBTITLE A - IMMEDIATE IMPROVEMENTS IN HEALTH COVERAGE FOR ALL AMERICANS Application of Individual and Group Market Requirements under Title XXVII of the Public 1001 (Title XXVII PHS Guidance September 1, 2011 Health Service Act when Act) Insurance Coverage Is Sold to, or through, Associations Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals: Income and Eligibility Jan. 4, 2012 Verification System (IEVS) 1001 (2719 PHS Act) Notice March 5, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 291 Reporting and Supporting Regulations Contained in 42 CFR 431.17, 431.306, 435.910, 435.920, and 435.940-960 Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals: Early Retiree Reinsurance Program Survey of Plan Sponsors; Affordable Care Act Jan. 11, 2013 1001 (2719 PHS Act) Notice Feb. 11, 2013 Internal Claims and Appeals 78 Fed. Reg. 2408 and External Review Procedures for Nongrandfathered Group Health Plans and Issuers and Individual Market Issuers
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ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION EFFECTIVE PUBLICATION COMMENT TOPIC OF REGULATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE OF DATE, VOLUME, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION REGULATION PAGE RELATED STATUTE TITLE I - QUALITY, AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE FOR ALL AMERICANS TITLE I SUBTITLE A - IMMEDIATE IMPROVEMENTS IN HEALTH COVERAGE FOR ALL AMERICANS Extension of the Transition Period for the Temporary NAIC-Similar State External Review Process under the Affordable Care Act Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request: Information Collection Requirements for Compliance with Individual and Group Market Reforms under Title XXVII of the Public Health Service Act 5 Premium Rate Review Process Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals: Consumer Assistance Program Grants Rate Increase Disclosure and Review Rate Increase Disclosure and Review Rate Increase Disclosure and Review
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Nov. 21, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 69846
January 22, 2013
CMS
1003 (2794 PHS Act)
Request for Information
Apr. 14, 2010, 75 Fed. Reg. 71, 19335 July 27, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 44241 Dec. 23, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 246, 81004 December 21, 2010 May 23, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 99, 29964
May 14, 2010
HHS
1002
Notice
Sept. 25, 2012
CMS
1003 (2794 PHS Act) 1003 (2794 PHS Act) 1003 (2794 PHS Act)
Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Letter to Insurance Commissioners Final Rule
OCIIO
July 18, 2011
CMS (CCIIO)
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ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION EFFECTIVE PUBLICATION COMMENT TOPIC OF REGULATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE OF DATE, VOLUME, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION REGULATION PAGE RELATED STATUTE TITLE I - QUALITY, AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE FOR ALL AMERICANS TITLE I SUBTITLE A - IMMEDIATE IMPROVEMENTS IN HEALTH COVERAGE FOR ALL AMERICANS Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, June 01, 2011 Submissions, and Approvals: 1003 (2794 PHS Act) Notice 76 Fed. Reg. 105, June 27, 2011 Rate Increase Disclosure and 31613 Review Reporting Requirements Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals: Rate Review Grants to States 1003 (2794 PHS Act) Notice July 22, 2011 August 22, 2011 and Territories Cycle I and II Funding Opportunity Announcement Application and Reporting Rate Increase Disclosure and Sept. 6, 2011 Review 1003 (2794 PHS Act) Final Rule 76 Fed. Reg. 172, Nov. 1, 2011 54969 Emergency Clearance: Public Information Collection Oct. 12, 2011 Requirements Submitted to the 1003 (2794 PHS Act) Notice 76 Fed. Reg. Oct. 21, 2011 Office of Management and 63302 Budget (OMB)
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AGENCY
CMS
HHS
CMS
CMS
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ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION COMMENT TOPIC OF REGULATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, VOLUME, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION PAGE RELATED STATUTE TITLE I - QUALITY, AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE FOR ALL AMERICANS TITLE I SUBTITLE B - IMMEDIATE ACTIONS TO PRESERVE & EXPAND COVERAGE July 30, 2010 Pre-Existing Condition 1101 Interim Final Rule Sept. 28, 2010 Insurance Plan Program 75 Fed. Reg. 146, 45014 Guidance on Portability of Pre-Existing Condition 1101 Coverage, Enrollee Dec. 28, 2010 Insurance Plan Program Notices, and Third Party Payments Pre-Existing Condition Guidance on 1101 Oct. 6, 2010 Insurance Plan Program Newborn Coverage Pre-Existing Condition Solicitation Insurance Plan Program - State 1101 Cover Letter May 10, 2010 High Risk Pool Model Contract Pre-Existing Condition Aug. 30, 2012 1101 Final Rule Insurance Plan Program 77 Fed. Reg. 52614 Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review; Comment Sept. 21, 2012 Request - Pre-Existing 1101 Notice Oct. 22, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 58558 Condition Insurance Plan (PCIP) Authorization to Share Personal Health Information PCIP Authorization to Share Apr. 4, 2013 1101 Notice May 6, 2013. Personal Health Information 78 Fed. Reg. 20320 May 5, 2010 Interim Final Rule Early Retiree Reinsurance 1102 with Comment June 4, 2010. Program 75 Fed. Reg. 86, Period 24450
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EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
AGENCY
July 30, 2010
HHS
Aug. 30, 2012
HHS
CMS
CMS June 1, 2010 OCIIO
Prepared by Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Page 1
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 1 TAB # 3 4 ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE 1102 1102 1102 ACA REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION Application Instructions Notice FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE Posted July 2, 2010 Posted June 29, 2010 Apr. 5, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 65, 18766 June 28, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 124, 37813 Dec. 13, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 239, 77537 July 28, 2011 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION June 1, 2010 June 1, 2010
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
ERRP Program Application ERRP Program Application Instructions ERRP Program - Cessation of Applications (5/5/11) Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals: Early Retiree Reinsurance Program (ERRP) Early Retiree Reinsurance Program
OCIIO OCIIO CMS
1102 ACA
Notice
CMS
1102 ACA
Notice
Dec. 9, 2011 Notice reiterates and formalizes our expectation that a sponsor will use ERRP reimbursement funds as soon as possible, but not later than December 31, 2014 April 19, 2013 June 4, 2010 May 10, 2010
CMS
Early Retiree Reinsurance Program
1102 ACA
Notice
Mar. 21, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 16551
CMS
Early Retiree Reinsurance Program (Termination) 5 5 Health Care Reform Insurance Web Portal Requirements Health Care Reform Insurance Web Portal Requirements
1102 ACA 1103 1103
Notice Interim Final Rule with Comment Period Fact Sheet
Apr. 23, 2013 78 Fed. Ref. 23936 May 5, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 86, 24470
CMS HHS
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 1 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request -Health Care Reform Insurance Web Portal Requirements 45 CFR part 159 Health Care Reform Insurance Web Portal Requirements User Access and Authorization for the Health Insurance Oversight System Health Care Reform Insurance Web Portal Requirements Administrative Simplification: Adoption of Operating Rules for Eligibility for Health Plan and Health Care Claim Status Transactions Administrative Simplification: Adoption of Operating Rules for Eligibility for Health Plan and Health Care Claim Status Transactions Administrative Simplification: Adoption of Standards for Health Care Electronic Funds Transfers and Remittance Advice
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
1103
Notice
Aug. 15, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 48986
Sept. 13, 2012
CMS
1103
Memorandum
May 3, 2010 Aug. 26, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 166, 53474 July 08, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 131, 40458 July 08, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 131, 40458 September 6, 2011
1103 and 10102 ACA
Notice Interim Final Rule With Comment Period
Sept. 26, 2011
CMS
1104 ACA
June 30, 2011
HHS
1104 ACA
Rule
September 6, 2011
June 30, 2011
HHS
1104 ACA
Rule
Jan 10, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 1556
January 10, 2012
HHS
As of May 3, 2013
TOPIC OF REGULATION Administrative Simplification: Adoption of a Standard for a Unique Health Plan Identifier; Addition to the National Provider Identifier Requirements; and a Change to the Compliance Date for ICD10-CM and ICD-10-PCS Medical Data Code Sets
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
1104 ACA
Proposed Rule
April 17, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 22950
May 17, 2012
HHS
As of May 3, 2013
ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION COMMENT ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, VOLUME, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION PAGE RELATED STATUTE TITLE I - QUALITY, AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE FOR ALL AMERICANS TITLE I SUBTITLE C PART 1- HEALTH INSURANCE MARKET REFORMS 1201 (2704 PHS Act) Interim Final Rule & Request for Comments Questions and Answers June 28, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 123, 37188 Oct. 13, 2010 Aug. 27, 2010 Aug. 27, 2010
BINDER 1 TAB #
TOPIC OF REGULATION
AGENCY
IRS EBSA HHS OCIIO
Preexisting Condition Exclusions Preexisting Condition Exclusions - Enrollment of Children Under 19 Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals: Wellness Program Study: Assessing the Impact of Workplace Health and Wellness Programs Guidance on 90-Day Waiting Period Under Public Health Service Act 2708 Incentives for Nondiscriminatory Wellness Programs in Group Health Plans Ninety-Day Waiting Period Limitation and Technical Amendments to Certain Health Coverage Requirements Under the Affordable Care Act
1201 (2705 PHS Act)
Notice
July 12, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 133, 40913
August 12, 2011
HHS
1201 (2708 PHS Act)
IRS Notice 201259 Proposed Rule
August 31, 2012 Nov. 26, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 70619
September 30, 2012 January 25, 2013
IRS, HHS, DOL IRS, HHS, DOL
1201 (2708 PHS Act)
1201 (2708 PHS Act)
Proposed Rules
Mar. 21, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 17313
May 20, 2013
IRS, HHS, DOL
As of May 3, 2013
ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION June 14, 2010 Except that certain amendments are effective July 12, 2010
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TOPIC OF REGULATION Grandfathered Plans
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
IRS EBSA HHS
(Retiree Plans) 2 (Collectively Bargained Plans) (Good Faith Compliance) Grandfathered Plans 1251 1251
Interim Final Rule & Proposed Rule
June 17, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 116, 34538
Aug. 16, 2010
Fact Sheet IRS Amendment to Interim Final Rules Nov. 17, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 221, 70114
Grandfathered Plans
1251
Dec. 17, 2010
Nov. 15, 2010
EBSA HHS
Grandfathered Plans - Group Health Plans and Health Insurance Coverage Rules Relating to Status as a Grandfathered Health Plan Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
1251
Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
Nov. 17, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 221, 70159
Dec. 17, 2010
IRS
IRS Grandfathered Plans 1251 Fact Sheet on Regulation Amendment Memo on Amendments to HIPAA Opt-Out Provision Comment Request EBSA HHS Opt-Out Elections Disclosure and Recordkeeping 1251 ACA 1251 ACA Sep. 21, 2010 May 27, 2011 July 26, 2011 Various HHS / OCIIO CMS
As of May 3, 2013
ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE 76 Fed. Reg. 103, 30942 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
BINDER 1 TAB #
TOPIC OF REGULATION Requirements for Grandfathered Health Plans under the Affordable care Act
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
As of May 3, 2013
ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION COMMENT ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, VOLUME, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION PAGE RELATED STATUTE TITLE I - QUALITY, AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE FOR ALL AMERICANS TITLE I SUBTITLE D 1302(b) 1302(b) Bulletin Notice Dec. 16, 2011 Jan. 25, 2012 January 31, 2012
BINDER 1 TAB #
TOPIC OF REGULATION
AGENCY
Essential Health Benefits Bulletin Essential Health Benefits: Illustrative List of the Largest Three Small Group Products by State Frequently Asked Questions on the Essential Health Benefits Bulletin
CCIIO CCIIO
1302(b)
FAQs
Feb. 17, 2012 Please send comments on AV: ActuarialValue@ cms.hhs.gov and cost-sharing reductions: CostSharingRedu ctions@cms.hhs.g ov
CCIIO
Actuarial Value and CostSharing Reductions Bulletin
1302(d)(2); 1402
Bulletin
Feb. 24, 2012
HHS
Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Data Collection To Support Standards Related to Essential Health Benefits; Recognition of Entities for the Accreditation of Qualified Health Plans
1302; 1311
Proposed rule
June 5, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 33133
July 5, 2012
HHS
As of May 3, 2013
TOPIC OF REGULATION Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Data Collection To Support Standards Related to Essential Health Benefits; Recognition of Entities for the Accreditation of Qualified Health Plans Essential Health Benefits: List of the Largest Three Small Group Products by State Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Standards Related to Essential Health Benefits, Actuarial Value, and Accreditation Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Standards Related to Essential Health Benefits, Actuarial Value, and Accreditation Planning & Establishment of State Level Exchanges
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
1302; 1311
Final Rule
July 20, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 42658
Aug. 20, 2012
HHS
1302
Fact Sheet
July 2, 2012
CCIIO
1302
Proposed Rule
Nov. 26, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 70643
Dec. 26, 2012
HHS
1302
Final Rule
Feb. 25, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 12833 Aug. 3, 2010
Apr. 26, 2013
HHS
1311-24
Request for Comments Initial Guidance to States on Exchanges Cover Letter on Initial Guidance
OCIIO Oct. 4, 2010 CMS
75 Fed. Reg. 148, 45584
Health Insurance Exchanges
1311-24
Nov. 18, 2010
HHS
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 1 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION Guidance for Exchange and Medicaid IT Systems Cover Memo to States from OCIIO and CMS on IT for Exchanges and Medicaid FOA Announcement for Early Innovator Grants for Developing Exchange IT Systems Fact Sheet Award FAQs Process FAQs 1311-24 ACA Planning and Establishment Grant FAQs 1311 ACA Comment Request Apr. 15, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 73, 21371 June 14, 2011 OCIIO CMS FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Health Insurance Exchanges
1311-24
Nov. 3, 2010
OCIIO CMS
Health Insurance Exchanges Health Insurance Exchanges State Planning and Establishment Grants Limited Competition for State Planning and Establishment Grants for the Affordable Care Act's Exchanges
1311-24
CMS
As of May 3, 2013
TOPIC OF REGULATION Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals: Extension of a currently approved collection, Cooperative Agreement to Support Establishment of StateOperated Health Insurance Exchanges
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
1311 ACA
Comment Request
Apr. 29, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 83, 24032
June 28, 2011
CMS
Exchange Regulation Overview Fact Sheet Affordable Insurance Exchange Basics Small Business Fact Sheet States Fact Sheet Health Plans Fact Sheet Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: Establishment of Exchanges and Qualified Health Plans 1311 ACA Proposed Rule July 15, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 136, 41866 September 28, 2011 HHS
Establishment of Exchanges and Qualified Health Plans
1311 ACA
July 11, 2011
CCIIO
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 1 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION Affordable Insurance Exchange Overview Fact Sheet Exchange Eligibility and Employer Standards Medicaid, CHIP and the Affordable Care Act Health Insurance Premium Tax Credits and the Affordable Care Act Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: Exchange Functions in the Individual Market: Eligibility Determinations; Exchange Standards for Employers Affordable Insurance Exchanges: State Partnership Model Essential Health Benefits Bulletin Fact Sheet Aug. 17, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 159, 51202 FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Establishment of Exchanges and Qualified Health Plans
1311 ACA
August 12, 2011
CCIIO
1311 ACA
Proposed Rule
Oct. 31, 2011
HHS
1311 ACA 1311 ACA
Fact Sheet Fact Sheet
Sept. 19, 2011 Dec. 16, 2011
CCIIO
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 1 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE 1311 ACA REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE Mar. 2, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 12847 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION Cooperative Agreement to Support Establishment of the Affordable Care Acts Health Insurance Exchanges Affordable Insurance Exchanges Final Rule: Choices, Competition and Clout for States Draft Exchange Blueprint General Guidance on Federallyfacilitated Exchanges Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals: Agent/broker data collection in Federally Facilitated Health Insurance Exchanges fordable Insurance Exchanges: Update and Upcoming Implementation Forums Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of Exchanges and Qualified Health Plans; Exchange Standards for Employers Regulations Pertaining to the Disclosure of Return Information To Carry Out Eligibility Requirements for Health Insurance Affordability Programs
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Notice
May 1, 2012
CMS
1311 ACA 1311 ACA 1311 ACA
Fact Sheet Guidance Guidance
Mar. 12, 2012 May 16, 2012 May 16, 2012 CCIIO CCIIO
1311 ACA
Notice
Feb. 7, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 9056
April 8, 2013
CMS
1311 ACA
Fact Sheet
May 16, 2012
CCIIO
1311 ACA
Final Rule, Interim Final Rule
March 27, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 18310
May 11, 2012
May 29, 2012
HHS
1311 ACA
NPRM and Notice of Public Hearing
April 30, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 25378
July 30, 2012
IRS
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 1 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE 1311 REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE May 18, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 29645 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION Cooperative Agreement to Support Establishment of the Affordable Care Acts Health Insurance Exchanges Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of Exchanges and Qualified Health Plans; Exchange Standards for Employers; Correction Request for Domains, Instruments, and Measures for Development of a Standardized Instrument for Use in Public Reporting of Enrollee Satisfaction With Their Qualified Health Plan and Exchange
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Notice
June 18, 2012
CMS
1311
Rule
May 29, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 31513
May 29, 2012
HHS
1311
Notice
June 21, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 37409
June 29, 2012.
HHS
As of May 3, 2013
TOPIC OF REGULATION Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals: Data Collection to Support Eligibility Determinations and Enrollment for Employees in the Small Business Health Options Program; Data Collection to Support Eligibility Determinations for Insurance Affordability Programs and Enrollment through Affordable Insurance Exchanges, Medicaid and Childrens Health Insurance Program Agencies
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
1311(b)
Notice
Jan. 29, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 6109
Feb. 28, 2013
CMS
As of May 3, 2013
TOPIC OF REGULATION Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals: Initial Plan Data Collection to Support Qualified Health Plan (QHP) Certification and Other Financial Management and Exchange Operations; Data Collection to Support Eligibility Determinations and Enrollment for Employees in the Small Business Health Options Program; Data Collection to Support Eligibility Determinations and Enrollment for Small Businesses in the Small Business Health Options Program; Data Collection to Support Eligibility Determinations for Insurance Affordability Programs and Enrollment through Affordable Insurance Exchanges, Medicaid and Childrens Health Insurance Program Agencies Recognition of Entities for the Accreditation of Qualified Health Plans Request for Information regarding Health Care Quality for Exchanges
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
1311-24 ACA
Notice(s)
July 06, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 40064
Sept. 4, 2012
CMS
1311 ACA 1311 ACA
Notice Notice
Nov. 26, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 70163 Nov. 27, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. Dec. 27, 2012
November 20, 2012
HHS CMS
As of May 3, 2013
TOPIC OF REGULATION Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request: Initial Plan Data Collection to Support Qualified Health Plan (QHP) Certification and Other Financial Management and Exchange Operations State Health Insurance Marketplaces (List of Conditionally Approved Exchanges) Guidance on State Partnership Exchange Conditional Approval of StateBased Exchanges Draft 2014 Letter to Issuers on Federally-facilitated and State Partnership Exchanges Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of Exchanges and Qualified Health Plans; Small Business Health Options Program Recognized Accrediting Entities Data Collection
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
1311-24 ACA
Notice
Nov. 21, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 69846
Dec. 21, 2012
CMS
1311-24 ACA 1311-24 ACA 1311-24 ACA 1311-24 ACA
Notice Notice Notice Notice
Dec. 20, 2012 Jan. 3, 2013 Jan. 3, 2013 Mar. 1, 2013 Mar. 15, 2013
CCIIO CCIIO CCIIO CCIIO
1311-12 ACA
Proposed Rule
Mar. 11, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 15553 Mar. 14, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 16270
April 1, 2013
HHS
1311 ACA
Notice
April 15, 2013
CMS
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 1 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE 1311-24 ACA REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE Apr. 5, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 20581 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Exchange Functions: Standards for Navigators and Non-Navigator Assistance Personnel Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request: Cooperative Agreement to Support Navigators in Federallyfacilitated and State Partnership Exchanges 2014 Letter to Issuers on Federally-facilitated and State Partnership Exchanges Using Section 1311(a) Funding for Marketing Activities in a Plan Management State Partnership Marketplace or Federally-facilitated Marketplace Progress Continues in Building Exchanges Marketplace Timeline Helping Consumers Apply & Enroll Through the Marketplace Marketplace Consumer Application CMCS Informational Bulletin: Model Eligibility Application and Guidance on State Alternative Applications
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Proposed Rule
May 6, 2013
HHS
1311-24 ACA
Notice
Apr. 12, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 21957
June 11, 2013
CMS
1311-24 ACA
Notice
Apr. 15, 2013
CCIIO
1311-24 ACA
Guidance
April 22, 2013
CCIIO
1311-24 ACA 1311-24 ACA 1311-24 ACA 1311-24 ACA
Timeline Guidance Guidance Guidance
April 22, 2013 April 23, 2013 April 30, 2013 April 30, 2013
CCIIO CCIIO CCIIO CMS
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 1 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE 1311-24 ACA 1322 ACA 1322 ACA REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION Guidance Notice Announcing Establishment Notice of Meeting FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE May 1, 2013 June 23, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 120, 35816 Dec. 28, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 248, 81612 Dec. 8, 2011 Dec. 13, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 239, 77392 July 20, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 139, September 16, 2011 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION Role of Agents, Brokers, and Web-brokers in Health Insurance Marketplaces Consumer Operated and Oriented Plan (CO-OP) Advisory Board Consumer Operated and Oriented Plan (CO-OP) Advisory Board New Federal Loan Program Helps Nonprofits Create Customer-Driven Health Insurers Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of Consumer Operated and Oriented Plan Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: Establishment of Consumer Operated and Oriented Plan Program Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals: Consumer Operated and Oriented (CO-OP) Program CO-OP Awardees Announced
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
CCIIO OCIIO Dec. 28, 2010 OCIIO
1322 ACA
Fact Sheet
CCIIO
1322 ACA
Final Rule
Feb. 13, 2012
HHS
1322 ACA
Proposed Rule
HHS
1322 ACA 1322 ACA
Notice Fact Sheet
Aug. 5, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 151, 47591 June 22, 2012
Oct. 4, 2011
CMS CCIIO
As of May 3, 2013
TOPIC OF REGULATION Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of Exchanges and Qualified Health Plans, and Standards Related to Reinsurance, Risk Corridors and Risk Adjustment; Extension of Comment Period Application for Recognition as a 501(c)(29) Organization State Flexibility to Establish Basic Health Program: Request for Information State Innovation Waivers Application, Review and Reporting Process (ACOs) Application, Review, and Reporting Process for Waivers for State Innovation OPM Request For Information: Multi-State Plan Nationwide Insurance Plans Offered Through Exchanges Establishment of the MultiState Plan Program for the Affordable Insurance Exchanges
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
1322 ACA
Notice
Sept. 30, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 190, 60788
Oct. 31, 2011
HHS
Temporary regulation 1322(h)(1) ACA Revenue Procedure 2012-11 1331 ACA 1332 ACA 1332 ACA Notice Proposed Rule Final Rule
Feb. 7, 2012 77 Fed. Reg 6005 Sept. 14, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 178, 56767 March 14, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 49, 13553 Feb. 27, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 11700 June 16, 2011 OPM35-11-R-0001
Feb. 7, 2012
IRS
Oct. 31, 2011 May 13, 2011 Apr. 27, 2012
CMS HHSS Treasury HHS Treasury
1334 ACA
August 2, 2011
OPM
1334 ACA
Proposed Rule
Dec. 5, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 72581
January 4, 2013
OPM
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 1 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE 1334 ACA 1341 1341, 1342, 1321 ACA REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE Mar. 11, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 15559 July 11, 2011 July 15, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 136, 41930 September 28, 2011 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION Establishment of the MultiState Plan Program for the Affordable Insurance Exchanges Reinsurance, Risk Corridors and Risk Adjustment Fact Sheet Standards Related to Reinsurance, Risk Corridors and Risk Adjustment Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of Exchanges and Qualified Health Plans, and Standards Related to Reinsurance, Risk Corridors and Risk Adjustment; Extension of Comment Period Request for Information Regarding the Reinsurance Program Under the Affordable Care Act Reinsurance, Risk Corridors and Risk Adjustment Final Rule Fact Sheet Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Standards Related to Reinsurance, Risk Corridors and Risk Adjustment Bulletin on the Risk Adjustment Program: Proposed Operations by the Department of Health and Human Services
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Final Rule Fact Sheet Proposed Rule
May 10, 2013
OPM CCIIO HHS
1341 ACA
Notice
Sept. 30, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 60788
Oct. 31, 2011
HHS
1341
Request For Information Fact Sheet
Jan. 30, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 4534 March 16, 2012 March 23, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 17220
February 29, 2012
CMS
1341
CCIIO
1341
Final Rule
May 22, 2012
HHS
1341
Guidance
May 1, 2012
CCIIO
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 1 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE 1341 REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE May 17, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 29235 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Standards Related to Reinsurance, Risk Corridors, and Risk Adjustment; Correction Bulletin on the Transitional Reinsurance Program: Proposed Payment Operations by the Department of Health and Human Services Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals: Standards Related to Reinsurance, Risk Corridors and Risk Adjustment Risk Adjustment Meeting-May 7, 2012 and May 8, 2012 HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2014 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: Amendments to the HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2014 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2014 Technical Fact Sheet: HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2014
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Final Rule; Correction
May 22, 2012
HHS
1341
Guidance
May 31, 2012
CCIIO
1341, 1342
Notice
Jan. 25, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 5457 April 11, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 21775 Dec. 7, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 73117 Mar. 11, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 15541
March 26, 2013
CMS
1343 1343
Notice Proposed Rule Interim Final Rule With Comment
May 7 - 8, 2012 Dec. 31, 2012
HHS CMS
1343
April 30, 2013
April 30, 2013
CMS
1343 1343
Final Rule
Mar. 11, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 15409 Mar. 11, 2013
April 30, 2013
CMS
Guidance
CCIIO
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 1 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE 1343 1343 Notice January 15, 2013 CCIIO REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION Notice FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE January 15, 2013 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION Model Algorithm Instructions for the Proposed HHS Risk Adjustment Model Technical Details on the Proposed HHS Risk Adjustment Model
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
CCIIO
As of May 3, 2013
ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION COMMENT ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, VOLUME, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION PAGE RELATED STATUTE TITLE I - QUALITY, AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE FOR ALL AMERICANS Title I Subtitle E Part I - Premium Tax Credits and Cost-Sharing Reduction 1401 1401 1402, 1412 1413, 1414, 2001, 2002, 2101, 2201, 2001, 10201 1341 Fact Sheet Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Notice Proposed Rule August 12, 2011 Aug. 17, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 159, 50931 IRS Notice 2011-36 Aug. 17, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 159, 51148 March 23, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 17220 April 26, 2012 April 26, 2012 May 23, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 30377 Feb. 1, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 7264 Mar. 11, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 15407 August 21, 2012 May 23, 2012 Feb. 1, 2013 May 10, 2013 June 11, 2012 June 17, 2011 Oct. 31, 2011 Oct. 31, 2011
BINDER 1 TAB #
TOPIC OF REGULATION
AGENCY
Treasury Department fact sheet on health insurance premium tax credit Health Insurance Premium Tax Credit Employer Shared Responsibility Medicaid Programs: Eligibility Changes under the Affordable Care Act of 2010 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Standards Related to Reinsurance, Risk Corridors and Risk Adjustment Minimum Value of an Employer-Sponsored Health Plan Verification of Access to Employer-Sponsored Coverage Bulletin Health Insurance Premium Tax Credit Health Insurance Premium Tax Credit Proposed Collection; Comment Request for Regulation Project: Health Insurance Premium Tax Credit
IRS IRS IRS CMS
Final Rule IRS Notice 201231 Guidance Rule Final Rule Notice And Request For Comments
May 22, 2012
HHS
1401 1411 1412; IRC 36B 1412; IRC 36B 1412; IRC 36B
IRS CCIIO IRS IRS IRS
As of May 3, 2013
ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE 1412; IRC 36B REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE May 3, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 25909 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
BINDER 1 TAB #
TOPIC OF REGULATION Health Insurance Premium Tax Credit: Minimum Value of Eligible Employer-Sponsored Plans and Other Rules
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Proposed Rule
July 2, 2013
IRS
1 2
Small Business Health Care Tax Credit Small Business Health Care Tax Credit Shared Responsibility Payment for Not Maintaining Minimum Essential Coverage Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Exchange Functions: Eligibility for Exemptions; Miscellaneous Minimum Essential Coverage Provisions Shared Responsibility Payment for Not Maintaining Minimum Essential Coverage; Correction Request for Comments on Reporting of Health Insurance Coverage Request for Comments on Health Coverage Affordability Safe Harbor for Employers (Section 4980H)
1421 1421
Title I Subtitle E Part II - Small Business Tax Credit Released May 17, Notice 2010 Released Sept. 7, Draft Form 2010 Title I Subtitle G - Miscellaneous Provisions Proposed Rule Feb. 1, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 7314
Sept. 1, 2010
Mar. 30, 2010
IRS IRS
1501 (IRC 5000A)
May 2, 2013
IRS
1501 (IRC 5000A)
Proposed Rule
Feb. 1, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 7348
Mar. 18, 2013
HHS
1501 (IRC 5000A) 1502(a)
Correction IRS Notice 201231 Notice
Mar. 29, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 19155 April 26, 2012 Sept. 1, 2011 Notice 2011-73 June 11, 2012
IRS IRS
1513 (4980H IRC)
Dec. 13, 2011
IRS
As of May 3, 2013
ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE 1513 (4980H IRC) REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
BINDER 1 TAB #
TOPIC OF REGULATION Determining Full-Time Employees for Purposes of Shared Responsibility for Employers Regarding Health Coverage ( 4980H) Shared Responsibility for Employers Regarding Health Coverage Request for Comments on Reporting by Applicable Large Employers on Health Insurance Coverage Under EmployerSponsored Plans Procedures for Handling of Retaliation Complaints under Section 1558 of Affordable Care Act Student Health Insurance Student Health Insurance
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
IRS Notice 201258
August 31, 2012
September 30, 2012
IRS, HHS, DOL
1513 (4980H IRC)
Proposed Rule
Jan. 2, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 217
Mar.18, 2013
IRS
1514
IRS Notice 201233
April 26, 2012
June 11, 2012
IRS
1558 1560(c) 1560(c)
Interim Final Rule Proposed Rule Final Rule
Feb. 27, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 13222 Feb. 11, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 7767 Mar. 21, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 16453
April 29, 2013 Apr. 12, 2011
February 27, 2013
DOL CMS
April 20, 2012
CMS
As of May 3, 2013
ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, VOLUME, AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION PAGE RELATED STATUTE TITLE II - ROLE OF PUBLIC PROGRAMS 2001 2006 Report 4106 10202 Medicaid Program; Increased Federal Medical Assistance Percentage Changes Under the Affordable Care Act of 2010 Medicaid Programs: Eligibility Changes under the Affordable Care Act of 2010 Medicaid Program; Eligibility Changes Under the Affordable Care Act of 2010 Conversion of Net Income Standards to MAGI Equivalent Income Standards Informational Bulletin: MAGIBased Eligibility Verification Plans 2001(a)(3)(B), 10201(c) 1413, 1414, 2001, 2002, 2101, 2201, 2001, 10201 1413, 1414, 2001, 2002, 2101, 2201, 2001, 10201 ACA 2002, 2101 ACA 2002, 2101 Final Rule With Request For Comments Proposed Rule Final Rule; Interim Final Rule SMDL Bulletin Apr. 2, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 19917 Aug. 17, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 159, 51148 Mar. 23, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 17144 Dec. 28, 2012 Jan. 21, 2013 March 20, 2013 June 3, 2013 June 3, 2013 CMS Released Sept. 9, 2010
BINDER 2 TAB #
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Medicaid: The Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP)
Mar. 23, 2010
CRS
Oct. 31, 2011 Jan. 1, 2014
CMS CMS CMS CMS
As of May 3, 2013
TOPIC OF REGULATION Medicaid, Children's Health Insurance Programs, and Exchanges: Essential Health Benefits in Alternative Benefit Plans, Eligibility Notices, Fair Hearing and Appeal Processes for Medicaid and Exchange Eligibility Appeals and Other Provisions Related to Eligibility and Enrollment for Exchanges, Medicaid and CHIP, and Medicaid Premiums and Cost Sharing Medicaid Programs: Alternative Benefit Plan; Eligibility Notices, Fair Hearing , Appeal Processes, and Other Provisions; Correction Adjustments for DisasterRecovery States to the Fourth Quarter of Fiscal Year 2011 and Fiscal Year 2012 Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP) Rates for Federal Matching Shares for Medicaid and Title IVE Foster Care, Adoption Assistance and Guardianship Assistance Programs
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
1411, 1413, 2001, 2002, 2004, 2101, 2201, 2202, 2303, and 10201
Proposed Rule
Jan. 22, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 4593
Feb. 21, 2013 (Per Correction below)
CMS
1411, 1413, 2001, 2002, 2004, 2101, 2201, 2202, 2303, and 10201
Notice
Jan. 30, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 6275
Feb. 21, 2013
CMS
2006
Notice
Dec. 22, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 245, 80502
July 1, 2011
As of May 3, 2013
TOPIC OF REGULATION Federal Financial Participation in State Assistance Expenditures; Federal Matching Shares for Medicaid, the Children's Health Insurance Program, and Aid to Needy Aged, Blind, or Disabled Persons for October 1, 2013 Through September 30, 2014 Hospice Care for Children in Medicaid and CHIP Medicaid Program; Community First Choice Option Medicaid Program; Community First Choice Option Medicaid Program; State Plan Home and Community-Based Services, 5-Year Period for Waivers, Provider Payment Reassignment, and Setting Requirements for Community First Choice Medicaid Program; State Plan Home and Community-Based Services, 5-Year Period for Waivers, Provider Payment Reassignment, and Setting Requirements for Community First Choice; Correction
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
2001, 2006, 10201
Notice
Nov. 30, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 71420
October 1, 2013 and ending September 30, 2014
CMS
2302 2401 2401
Guidance Proposed Rule Final Rule
Released Sept. 9, 2010 Feb. 25, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 38, 10736 May 07, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 26828
CMS Apr. 26, 2011 July 6, 2012 CMS CMS
2401; 2601
Proposed Rule
May 03, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 26362
June 4, 2012
CMS
2401; 2601
Proposed Rule
May 03, 2012 77 FR 26232
July 2, 2012
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 2 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE 2403 2501, 2503, 3301(d)(2) (SSA 1927) 2503(a) Proposed Rule AMP REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION Notice Proposed Rule FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE Sept. 28, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 188, 60050 Feb. 2, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 5318 Sept. 3, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 171, 54073 Oct. 4, 2010 CMS EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION Before September 30, 2011 through April 15, 2013 April 2, 2012
TOPIC OF REGULATION Medicaid Program: Money Follows the Person Rebalancing Demonstration Program Medicaid Program; Covered Outpatient Drugs Medicaid Program; Withdrawal of Determination of Average Manufacturer Price, Multiple Source Drug Definition, and Upper Limits for Multiple Source Drugs
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
CMS CMS
As of May 3, 2013
ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, VOLUME, AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION PAGE RELATED STATUTE TITLE II - ROLE OF PUBLIC PROGRAMS 2602 Request For Information May 16, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 94, 28196
BINDER 2 TAB #
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Medicare and Medicaid Programs; Opportunities for Alignment Under Medicaid and Medicare Medicare Program; Proposed Changes to the Medicare Advantage and the Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Programs for Contract Year 2013 and Other Proposed Changes; Considering Changes to the Conditions of Participation for Long Term Care Facilities Initial Core Set of Health Quality Measures for MedicaidEligible Adults Initial Core Set of Health Quality Measures for MedicaidEligible Adults
July 11, 2011
CMS
2602, 2702, 3008(a), 3008(b), 3204, 3301, 6005, 6405(c), 10328
Proposed Rule
Oct. 11, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 196, 63018
Dec. 12, 2011
CMS
2701
Notice with Comment Period
Dec. 30, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 250, 82397 Jan. 4, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 286
March 1, 2011
HHS
2701
Final Notice
Jan. 4, 2012
HHS
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 2 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION Effective Nov 5, 2012, with the exception of the definition of meaningful EHR user in 495.4 and the provisions in 495.6(f), 495.6(g), 495.8, 495.102(c), and part 495 subpart D, which are effective September 4, 2012. Show citation box Mar. 18, 2011
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Medicare and Medicaid Programs; Electronic Health Record Incentive ProgramStage 2
2701
Final Rule
Sept. 4, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 53967
CMS
Medicaid Program; Payment Adjustment for ProviderPreventable Conditions Including Health Care-Acquired Conditions Advancing Interoperability and Health Information Exchange
2702
Proposed Rule
Feb. 17, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 33, 9283
CMS
2703
Notice With Comment; Request For Information
Mar. 7, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 14793
April 22, 2013
CMS
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 2continued to Binder 3 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION COMMENT ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION VOLUME, RELATED STATUTE PAGE TITLE III - IMPROVING THE QUALITY & EFFICIENCY OF HEALTH CARE 3001(a) Final Rule May 6, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 88, 26490
TOPIC OF REGULATION
AGENCY
Medicare Program; Hospital Inpatient Value-Based Purchasing Program Medicare Programs: Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment Systems for Acute Care Hospitals and the Long Term Care Hospital Prospective Payment System and Fiscal Year 2012 Rates Medicare Programs: Proposed Changes to the Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment Systems for Acute Care Hospitals and the Long Term Care Hospital Prospective Payment System and Fiscal Year 2012 Rates; Corrections Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment Systems for Acute Care Hospitals and the Long Term Care Hospital Prospective Payment System and Fiscal Year 2012 Rates, etc. Medicare Program; Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment Systems for Acute Care Hospitals and the Long-Term Care Hospital Prospective Payment System and Fiscal
July 1, 2011 These changes would be applicable to discharges occurring on or after October 1, 2011
CMS
3001, 3004, 305, 3124, 3401, 10324, 3401, 10319, 1105, 3125, 10314, 1109
Proposed Rule
May 5, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 78, 25879
June 20, 2011
CMS
3001, 3004, 3025, 3124, 3401, 10324, 3401, 10319, 3125, 10314, 1109 ACA
Proposed Rule; Corrections
June 14, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 114, 34633
CMS
3001, 3004, 3025, 3124, 3401, 10324, 10319, 10314, 1109, 5503 ACA
Final Rule
Aug 18, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 160, 51476
Oct. 1, 2011
CMS
3001, 3004, 3025, 3124, 3401, 10324, 10319, 10314, 1109, 5503 ACA
Notice
Sept. 26, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 186, 59263
Oct. 1, 2011
CMS
Page 1
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 2continued to Binder 3 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION COMMENT ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION VOLUME, RELATED STATUTE PAGE TITLE III - IMPROVING THE QUALITY & EFFICIENCY OF HEALTH CARE EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
AGENCY
Year 2012 Rates; Hospitals' FTE Resident Caps for Graduate Medical Education Payment; Corrections Medicare Program; Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility Prospective Payment System for Federal Fiscal Year 2012; Changes in Size and Square Footage of Inpatient Rehabilitation Units and Inpatient Psychiatric Units
3004 ACA
Proposed Rule
Apr. 29, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 83, 24214
June 21, 2011
CMS
Medicare Program; Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility Prospective Payment System for Federal Fiscal Year 2013
3004 ACA
Notice
July 30, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 44618
For IRF discharges occurring on or after October 1, 2012 and on or before September 30, 2013 (FY 2013).
CMS
Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request - Hospice Quality Reporting Program
3004 ACA
Notice
June 4, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 32977
August 3, 2012
CMS
Page 2
As of May 3, 2013
TOPIC OF REGULATION
AGENCY
Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
3004 ACA
Notice
Aug. 13, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 48158
For the data collection period starting October 1, 2012, through December 31, 2012, and continuing on a calendar year thereafter October 1, 2011
CMS
Medicare Program: Hospice Wage Index for Fiscal Year 2012 Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility Prospective Payment System for Federal Fiscal Year 2012 Medicare Program; Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility Prospective Payment System for Federal Fiscal Year 2012; Changes in Size and Square Footage of Inpatient Rehabilitation Units and Inpatient Psychiatric Units; Correction Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals: Hospice Voluntary Quality Data Reporting Program
3004; 3401 ACA
Rule
3004 ACA
Final Rule
Aug 4, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 150, 47302 Aug. 5, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 151, 47836
CMS
Oct. 1, 2011
CMS
3004 ACA
Notice
Sept. 26, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 186, 59256
Oct. 1, 2011
CMS
3004 ACA
Notice
Sep. 2, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 171, 54776
Nov. 1, 2011
CMS
Page 3
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 2continued to Binder 3 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION COMMENT ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION VOLUME, RELATED STATUTE PAGE TITLE III - IMPROVING THE QUALITY & EFFICIENCY OF HEALTH CARE 3021 ACA Notice of Meeting May 19, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 97, 28988 May 20, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 98, 29249 June 08, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 110, 33306 All teams must register by Monday, June 20, 2011 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
AGENCY
Meetings: Medicare Program; Accelerated Development Sessions for Accountable Care Organizations - June 20, 21, and 22, 2011 Medicare Program; Pioneer Accountable Care Organization Model: Request for Applications Medicare Program; Pioneer Accountable Care Organization Model, Request for Applications; Correction Medicare Program; Pioneer Accountable Care Organization Model: Extension of the Submission Deadlines for the Letters of Intent and Applications Meetings: Medicare Program; Accountable Care Organization Accelerated Development Learning Sessions
CMS
3021 ACA
Notice
June 20, 2011
CMS
3021 ACA
Correction Notice
July 19, 2011
CMS
3021 ACA
Notice Of Extension Of Deadlines
June 14, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 114, 34712
Pioneer ACO Model letters of intent - June 30, 2011; apps August 19, 2011 Meeting Date: Thursday, September 15, 2011, 8 a.m to 5 pm., pacific daylight time (p.d.t): Friday, September 16, 2011, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (p.d.t).
CMS
3021 ACA
Notice
Aug. 12, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 156, 50224
CMS
Page 4
As of May 3, 2013
TOPIC OF REGULATION
AGENCY
Bundled Payments for Care Improvement Initiatives
3021 ACA
Notice
Aug. 25, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 165, 53137
Bundled Payments for Care Improvement Initiatives
3021 ACA
Notice
Oct. 4, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 192, 61365
Interested organizations must submit a nonbinding letter of intent by September 22, 2011 for Model 1 and November 4, 2011 for Models 2 through 4; Applications must be received on or before October 21, 2011 for Model 1 and March 15, 2012 for Models 2 through 4. For Model 1 of the initiative: (1) The letter of intent will be due on or before October 6, 2011; and (2) the application will be due on or before November 18, 2011 Nov. 15, 2011
CMS
CMS
Medicare Program; Comprehensive Primary Care Initiative
3021 ACA
Notice
Oct. 3, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 191, 61103
CMS
Page 5
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 2continued to Binder 3 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION COMMENT ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION VOLUME, RELATED STATUTE PAGE TITLE III - IMPROVING THE QUALITY & EFFICIENCY OF HEALTH CARE 3022 ACA Request for Information Nov. 17, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 221, 70165 Apr. 19, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 75, 21894 April 18, 2011 2011-16 I.R.B. 652 Apr. 7, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 67, 19528 Apr. 7, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 67, 19655 Jun. 6, 2011 Dec. 3, 2010 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
AGENCY
Accountable Care Organizations and the Medicare Shared Saving Program ACOs - Antitrust Policy Statement
CMS
3022 ACA
Guidance
FTC, DOJ
IRS Notice of Tax Treatment of Shared Savings Accountable Care Organizations and the Medicare Shared Saving Program Medicare Programs: Waiver Designs in Connection with the Medicare Shared Savings Program and the Innovation Center Tax-Exempt Organizations Participating in the Medicare Shared Savings Program through Accountable Care Organizations Medicare Program; Medicare Shared Savings Program: Accountable Care Organizations
3022 ACA
Guidance
IRS
3022 ACA
CMS
3022 ACA
Guidance
CMS, OIG
3022 ACA
Fact Sheet
October 20, 2011
IRS
3022 ACA
Final Rule
Nov. 2, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 212, 67802
Jan. 1, 2011
CMS
Page 6
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 2continued to Binder 3 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION COMMENT ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION VOLUME, RELATED STATUTE PAGE TITLE III - IMPROVING THE QUALITY & EFFICIENCY OF HEALTH CARE Nov. 2, 2011 3022 ACA Notice 76 Fed. Reg. 212, 68012 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
AGENCY
Medicare Program: Advanced Payment Model
Medicare Program: New Application Deadline for Advance Payment Model
3022 ACA
Notice
Nov. 30, 2011, 76 Fed. Reg. 230, 74067
Application Submission Deadlines for the Advance Payment Model: Apps for the performance period beginning on April 1, 2012 will be accepted from January 3, 2012 through February 1, 2012. Jan. 1, 2011 Nov. 2, 2011
CMS
Final Waivers in Connection With the Shared Savings Program Meetings: Medicare Program; Accountable Care Organization Accelerated Development Learning Sessions Statement of Antitrust Enforcement Regarding Accountable Care Organizations Participating in the Medicare Shared Savings Program Tax-Exempt Organizations Participating in the Medicare Shared Savings Program
3022 ACA
Interim Final Rule with Comment Period Meeting
Nov. 2, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 212, 67992 Oct. 28, 2011 76 Fed Reg. 209, 66931
CMS, OIG
3022 ACA
CMS
3022 ACA
Guidance; Final Policy Statement
FTC, DOJ
3022 ACA
Fact Sheet
Oct. 20, 2011 FS-2011-11
IRS
Page 7
As of May 3, 2013
TOPIC OF REGULATION
AGENCY
through Accountable Care Organizations Additional guidance for Medicare Shared Savings Program Accountable Care Organization (ACO) applicants Medicare Program: Independence at Home Demonstration Program
3022 ACA
Memorandum
March 16, 2012 Dec. 21, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 32568 December 21, 2011
March 16, 2012
CMS
3024 ACA
Notice
CMS Proposals will be accepted on a rolling basis. Acceptable applicants will be awarded on an ongoing basis as funds permit.
Medicare Program: Solicitation for Proposals for Medicare Community-based Care Transitions Program
3026 ACA
Notice
Apr. 15, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 73, 21372
CMS
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals: Community-based Care Transitions Program (CCTP) Implementation and Monitoring
3026 ACA
Notice
July 22, 2011 76 Fed Reg. 141, 44009
September 20, 2011
CMS
Page 8
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 2continued to Binder 3 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION COMMENT ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION VOLUME, RELATED STATUTE PAGE TITLE III - IMPROVING THE QUALITY & EFFICIENCY OF HEALTH CARE Supporting information to request a temporary code due to CMS on or before Sep 6, 2011 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
AGENCY
Medicare Program: Treatment of Certain Complex Diagnostic Laboratory Tests Demonstration; Extension of Deadline
3113 ACA
Notice
Aug 10, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 153,
CMS
Medicare: Changes to Hospital Outpatient PPS & CY 2011 Payment Rates 1 Medicare: Changes to Ambulatory Surgical Center PPS & CY 2011 Rates
3121, 3138, 4103, 4104, 10324(b) Proposed Rule 3401(i) & (k)
Aug. 3, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 148, 46170 Aug. 31, 2010 Jan. 1, 2011 CMS
Nov. 22, 2010 Proposed Changes to the Medicare Advantage and the Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Programs for Contract Year 2012 and Other Proposed Changes Changes to the Medicare Advantage and the Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Programs for Contract Year 3202-06, 3208-09, 3303, 3308-10, 3312 1102 4103-05 3202-06, 3208-09, 3303, 3308-10, 3312 1102 Proposed Rule Correction of Proposed Rule 75 Fed. Reg. 22, 71190 Jan. 21, 2011 75 Fed. Reg. 22, 71064 Jan. 1, 2011 Jan. 1, 2012 (with some exceptions) June 6, 2011, unless otherwise specified in the rule. CMS
Final Rule
Apr. 15, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 73, 21432
CMS
Page 9
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 2continued to Binder 3 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION COMMENT ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION VOLUME, RELATED STATUTE PAGE TITLE III - IMPROVING THE QUALITY & EFFICIENCY OF HEALTH CARE 4103-05 3205 Final Rule Sept. 1, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 107, 54600 Oct 31, 2011 CMS EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
AGENCY
2012 and Other Proposed Changes Medicare Program: Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Benefit Programs Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System and CY 2011 Payment Rates; Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment System and CY 2011 Payment Rates; Payments to Hospitals for Graduate Medical Education Costs; Physician Self-Referral Rules and Related Changes to Provider Agreement Regulations; Payment for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist Services Furnished in Rural Hospitals and Critical Access Hospitals Medicare and Medicaid Programs: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment; Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment; Hospital Value-Based Purchasing Program; Physician Self-Referral; and Patient Notification Requirements in Provider Agreements Medicare and Medicaid Programs: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and
3121, 3138, 4103, 4104, 10324(b) 3401(i) & (k) 1301 5503, 5504, 5505, 5506 6001
Jan. 1, 2011 (except for the amendment to 42 CFR 412.113 (c)(2)(i)(A), which is effective on Dec. 2, 2010, and certain retroactive amendments.)
Final Rule, Interim Final Rule
Jan. 3, 2011
CMS
3001; 3006; 3121; 3137; 3138; 3401; 4104; 6001; 7101; 10317; 10324; 10406
Final Rule With Comment Period
Nov. 30, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 230, 74122
Jan. 3, 2012
Jan. 1, 2012
CMS
3001; 3006; 3121; 3137; 3138; 3401; 4104; 6001; 7101; 10317; 10324; 10406
Final rule with comment period
Nov. 15, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 68209
Jan 1., 2013
Jan 1., 2013
CMS
Page 10
As of May 3, 2013
TOPIC OF REGULATION
AGENCY
Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Systems and Quality Reporting Programs; Electronic Reporting Pilot; Inpatient Rehabilitation Facilities Quality Reporting Program; Revision to Quality Improvement Organization Regulations Medicare: Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule & Other Revisions to Part B for CY 2011 Corrections to Medicare: Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule & Other Revisions to Part B for CY 2011 Medicare: Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule & Other Revisions to Part B for CY 2011 Medicare Program: Five Year Review of Work Relative Value Units Under the Physician Fee Schedule Medicare: Amendment to Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule & Other Revisions to Part B for 3002, 3003, 3007, 310205, 3017, 3108, 3111, 3114, 3122, 3134-36, 3139, 3401, 4103, 4104, 5501, 6003, 6410, 10501(i)(3) 3002, 3003, 3007, 310205, 3017, 3108, 3111, 3114, 3122, 3134-36, 3139, 3401, 4103, 4104, 5501, 6003, 6410, 10501(i)(3) 3002, 3003, 3007, 310205, 3017, 3108, 3111, 3114, 3122, 3134-36, 3139, 3401, 4103, 4104, 5501, 6003, 6410, 10501(i)(3) 3134 July 13, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 133, 40040
Proposed Rule
Aug. 24, 2010
Jan. 1, 2011
CMS
Correction of Proposed Rule
Aug. 26, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 165, 52487
Jan. 1, 2011
CMS
Final Rule
Nov. 29, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 73170 June 6, 2011 76 Fed Reg. 108, 32410 Jan. 10, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 6, 13366
Jan. 3, 2011
Jan. 1, 2011
CMS
Proposed Rule
Final Rule
Jan. 10, 2011
Page 11
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 2continued to Binder 3 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION COMMENT ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION VOLUME, RELATED STATUTE PAGE TITLE III - IMPROVING THE QUALITY & EFFICIENCY OF HEALTH CARE Jan. 11, 2011 Correction of Final Rule 76 Fed. Reg. 7, 1670 Jan. 1, 2011 CMS EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
AGENCY
CY 2011 Medicare: Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule & Other Revisions to Part B for CY 2011; Corrections Medicare Program; Revisions to Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule, DME Face-to-Face Encounters, Elimination of the Requirement for Termination of NonRandom Prepayment Complex Medical Review and Other Revisions to Part B for CY 2013 Medicare Program; Revisions to Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule, DME Face-to-Face Encounters, Elimination of the Requirement for Termination of NonRandom Prepayment Complex Medical Review and Other Revisions to Part B for CY 2013 Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request - Medicare Advantage Quality Bonus Payment Demonstration
3134
Proposed Rule
July 30, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 44721
Sept. 4, 2012
CMS
3002; 3104; 3105; 3134; 3135; 4104; 4105; 6407; 10311; 10331
Final Rule with Comment Period
Nov. 16, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 68891
Jan 1, 2013
Jan. 1, 2013 (Jul. 1, 2013)
CMS
3201
Notice
Sept. 17, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 57090
Nov. 16, 2012
CMS
Page 12
As of May 3, 2013
TOPIC OF REGULATION
AGENCY
Medicare: Hospital Inpatient Value-Based Purchasing Program Medicare Program; Proposed Changes to the Medicare Advantage and the Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Programs for Contract Year 2013 and Other Proposed Changes; Considering Changes to the Conditions of Participation for Long Term Care Facilities Medicare: Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility Prospective Payment System for Federal FY 2011 (CMS-1344-N) Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility Prospective Payment System for Federal FY 2011-Correction Medicare Program: Hospice Wage Index for Fiscal Year 2012 Medicare Program; Hospice Wage Index for Fiscal Year
3301
Proposed Rule
Jan. 13, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 9, 2454
March 8, 2011
Oct. 1, 2012
CMS
2602, 2702, 3008(a), 3008(b), 3204, 3301, 6005, 6405(c), 10328
Proposed Rule
Oct. 11, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 196, 63018
Dec. 12, 2011
CMS
July 22, 2010 3401 Notice 75 Fed. Reg. 140, 42836 Nov. 16, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 220, 70013 Aug. 4, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 150, 47836 July 27, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. Oct. 1, 2010 CMS
3401
Notice
Oct. 1, 2010
CMS
3401(g) 3132(a)
Final Rule Notice
Oct. 1, 2011 Oct. 1, 2012
CMS CMS
Page 13
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 2continued to Binder 3 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION COMMENT ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION VOLUME, RELATED STATUTE PAGE TITLE III - IMPROVING THE QUALITY & EFFICIENCY OF HEALTH CARE 44242 3401(h) ACA; 1881(b)(14) SSA Proposed Rule July 08, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 131 August 30, 2011 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
AGENCY
2013 Medicare Program: Changes to End-Stage Renal Disease Prospective Payment System for CY 2012, etc. Medicare Program; End-Stage Renal Disease Prospective Payment System and Quality Incentive Program; Ambulance Fee Schedule; Durable Medical Equipment; and Competitive Acquisition of Certain Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics and Supplies Medicare Program; End-Stage Renal Disease Prospective Payment System, Quality Incentive Program, and Bad Debt Reductions for all Medicare Providers Medicare Program; End-Stage Renal Disease Prospective Payment System, Quality Incentive Program, and Bad Debt Reductions for All Medicare Providers Medicare: Home Health Prospective Payment System Rate Update for CY 2011; Changes in Certification
CMS
3401 (h) Final Rule 3105 and 10311
Nov. 10, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 218, 70228
Jan. 1, 2012
CMS
3401 ACA
Proposed Rule
July 11, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 40951
Aug. 31, 2012
CMS
3401 ACA
Final Rule
Nov. 9, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 67449
Jan. 1, 2013
CMS
3131 - Payment Adjustments for Home Health Care
Proposed Rule
July 23, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 141, 43236
Sept. 14, 2010
Jan. 1, 2011
CMS
Page 14
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 2continued to Binder 3 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION COMMENT ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION VOLUME, RELATED STATUTE PAGE TITLE III - IMPROVING THE QUALITY & EFFICIENCY OF HEALTH CARE 3401(e) - Market Basket Updates 3132 - Hospice Reform 6407(a) - Face-to-Face Encounter Required For Home Health Eligibility Certification 3131 - Payment Adjustments for Home Health Care 3401(e) - Market Basket Updates 3132 - Hospice Reform 6407(a) - Face-to-Face Encounter Required For Home Health Eligibility Certification 3131 - Payment Adjustments for Home Health Care 3401(e) - Market Basket Updates 3132 - Hospice Reform 6407(a) - Face-to-Face Encounter Required For Home Health Eligibility Certification 3131 - Payment Adjustments for Home Health Care 3401(e) - Market Basket Updates EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
AGENCY
Requirements for Home Health Agencies & Hospices (CMS-1510-P)
Home Health Prospective Payment System Rate Update for CY 2011; Changes in Certification Requirements for Home Health Agencies and Hospices
Final Rule
Nov. 17, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 221, 70372
Jan. 1, 2011
CMS
Home Health Prospective Payment System Rate Update for CY 2011; Changes in Certification Requirements for Home Health Agencies and Hospices
Correction
Dec. 8, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 235, 76293
Jan. 1, 2011
CMS
Home Health Prospective Payment System Rate Update for CY 2011; Changes in Certification Requirements for Home Health Agencies and
Final Rule
Dec. 27, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 247, 81138
Jan. 1, 2011
CMS
Page 15
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 2continued to Binder 3 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION COMMENT ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION VOLUME, RELATED STATUTE PAGE TITLE III - IMPROVING THE QUALITY & EFFICIENCY OF HEALTH CARE 3132 - Hospice Reform 6407(a) - Face-to-Face Encounter Required For Home Health Eligibility Certification 3131(b) ACA 3131(b) ACA Proposed Rule Final Rule July 12, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 133, 40988 Nov. 4, 2011, 76 Fed. Reg. 214, 68526 September 6, 2011 Jan. 1, 2012 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
AGENCY
Hospices
Home Health Prospective Payment System Rate Update for Calendar Year 2012 Home Health Prospective Payment System Rate Update for Calendar Year 2012 Medicare Program; Home Health Prospective Payment System Rate Update for Calendar Year 2013, Hospice Quality Reporting Requirements, and Survey and Enforcement Requirements for Home Health Agencies Medicare Program: Home Health Prospective Payment System Rate Update for Calendar Year 2013, Hospice Quality Reporting Requirements, and Survey and Enforcement Requirements for Home Health Agencies Surveys of Physicians and Home Health Agencies to Assess Access Issues for Specific Medicare Beneficiaries
CMS CMS
3004; 3131; 3401(e); 6111
Proposed Rule
July 13, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 41547
Sept. 4, 2012
CMS
3004; 3131; 3401(e); 6111
Final Rule
Nov. 8, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 67067
Jan. 1, 2013
CMS
3131(d) ACA
Notice
June 27, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 38298
July 27, 2012
CMS
Page 16
As of May 3, 2013
TOPIC OF REGULATION
AGENCY
as Defined in Section 3131(d) of the ACA Medicare Program; Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment Systems for Acute Care Hospitals and the Long- Term Care Hospital Prospective Payment System Changes and FY2011 Rates; Provider Agreements and Supplier Approvals; and Hospital Conditions of Participation for Rehabilitation and Respiratory Care Services; Medicaid Program: Accreditation for Providers of Inpatient Psychiatric Services Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment Systems for Acute Care Hospitals and the LongTerm Care Hospital Prospective Payment System Changes and FY 2011 Rates; Provider Agreements and Supplier Approvals; and Hospital Conditions of Participation for Rehabilitation and Respiratory Care Services; Medicaid Program: Accreditation for Providers of Inpatient Psychiatric Services; Corrections Hospital Outpatient Prospective
3106, 3123, 3124, 3125, 3128, 3137, 3141, 3401
Final Rules and Interim Final Rule
Aug. 16, 2010 75 Fed Reg. 157, 50042
Sept. 28, 2010
Oct. 1, 2010; except for amendments to 412.2(c)(5), (c)(5)(iii), and (c)(5)(iv); 412.405; 412.521(b)(1); 412.540; 412.604(f); 413.40(c)(2) , (c)(2)(iii), and (c)(2)(iv), that apply to services furnished on or after June 25, 2010.
CMS
Oct. 1, 2010 3106, 3123, 3124, 3125, 3128, 3137, 3141, 3401 Correction 75 Fed. Reg. 190, 60640 Oct. 1, 2010 CMS
3004; 3006; 3121; 3137;
Proposed Rule
July 30, 2012
Sept. 4, 2012
CMS
Page 17
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 2continued to Binder 3 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION COMMENT ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION VOLUME, RELATED STATUTE PAGE TITLE III - IMPROVING THE QUALITY & EFFICIENCY OF HEALTH CARE 3138; 3401; 4104; 10301; 10317; 10324 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
AGENCY
and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Systems and Quality Reporting Programs; Electronic Reporting Pilot; Inpatient Rehabilitation Facilities Quality Reporting Program; Quality Improvement Organization Regulations Accountable Care Organizations and the Medicare Shared Savings Program Medicare Program; Extension of the Payment Adjustment for Low-volume Hospitals and the Medicare-dependent Hospital (MDH) Program Under the Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment Systems (IPPS) for Acute Care Hospitals for Fiscal Year 2013 Eligibility for a Medicare Prescription Drug Subsidy Amendments to Regulations Regulations Regarding IncomeRelated Monthly Adjustment Amounts to Medicare Beneficiaries Prescription Drug Coverage Premiums Inpatient Psychiatric Facilities Prospective Payment System -
3022
CMS Dec. 3, 2010 HHS March 4, 2013; Applicability dates: The provisions described in this notice are applicable for discharges on or after October 1, 2012 and on or before September 30, 2013. Feb. 28, 2011 Jan. 1. 2011
3125, 10314
Notice Of Extension
Mar. 7, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 14689
CMS
3304
Interim Final Rules with Request for Comments Interim Final Rule with Request for Comments Final Rule
Dec. 29, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 249, 81843 Dec. 7, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 234, 75884 76 Fed. Reg. 88, 26433
SSA
3308
Feb. 7, 2011
Dec. 7, 2010
SSA
3401(f); 5506; 10322
July 1, 2011
CMS
Page 18
As of May 3, 2013
TOPIC OF REGULATION
AGENCY
Update for Rate Year Beginning July 1, 2011 (RY 2012) Inpatient Psychiatric Facilities Prospective Payment System Update for Rate Year Beginning July 1, 2011 (RY 2013) 3401(f); 10319(e); 1105(d) HCERA Aug. 7, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 47223 Effective for discharges occurring on or after October 1, 2012 through September 30, 2013
Notice
CMS
Page 19
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 3 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION COMMENT ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, VOLUME, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION PAGE RELATED STATUTE Title IV - Prevention of Chronic Disease & Improving Public Health July 14, 2011 4002 ACA ( 311 and Notice 76 Fed. Reg. 135, 317(k)(2) PHS Act) 41501 Aug. 23, 2011 4002 ACA Notice 76 Fed. Reg. 163, Aug. 23, 2011 52663 4002 ACA 4002 ACA Notice 4002 ACA Notice 4002 ACA Notice Notice Sep. 2, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 171, 54772 Sept. 27, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 187, 59703 Sept. 27, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 187, June 15, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 35981 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
AGENCY
Notice of Intent To Award Affordable Care Act (ACA) Funding, EH09-907 CDC Notice of Intent To Award Affordable Care Act Funding, DP-09-001 Notice of Intent To Award Affordable Care Act Funding, Funding Opportunity Announcement CDC-RFADP08-805 Notice of Intent To Award Affordable Care Act (ACA) Funding, RFA-TP-08-001 Notice of Intent To Award Affordable Care Act (ACA) Funding - PERLC program Notice of Intent To Award Affordable Care Act (ACA) Funding, HM10-1001 Proposed Data Collections Submitted for Public Comment and Recommendations: Targeted Surveillance and Biometric Studies for Enhanced Evaluation of Community Transformation Grants Voluntary Registration by Authorized Officials of NonCovered Retail Food Establishments & Vending
July 14, 2011
CDC CDC
Sep. 2, 2011
CDC CDC
Sept. 30, 2011 CDC Sept. 30, 2011 CDC July 2, 2012
4201 ACA
Notice
April 18, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 23263
April 17, 2012
CDC
4205 ACA
Notice
July 23, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 141, 43182
FDA Oct. 21, 2010 HHS
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 3 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION COMMENT ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, VOLUME, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION PAGE RELATED STATUTE Title IV - Prevention of Chronic Disease & Improving Public Health EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
AGENCY
Machine Operators Electing to Be Subject to the Menu & Vending Machine Labeling Requirements Established by Section 4205 of the ACA Questions & Answers Regarding Implementation of the Menu Labeling Provisions of Section 4205 of the Patient Protection & Affordable Care Act of 2010 Questions & Answers Regarding the Effect of Section 4205 of the Patient Protection & Affordable Care Act of 2010 on State & Local Menu & Vending Machine Labeling Laws Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Restaurant Menu Labeling: Registration for Small Chains Food Labeling; Nutrition Labeling of Standard Menu Items in Restaurants and Similar Retail Food Establishments Food Labeling; Calorie Labeling of Articles of Food in Vending Machines
4205 ACA
Draft Guidance Announced
Aug. 25, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 164, 52426
Oct. 12, 2010
Mar. 23, 2010
FDA
4205 ACA
Guidance Announced
Aug. 25, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 164, 52427
Mar. 23, 2010
FDA
4205 ACA
Notice
Nov. 4, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 213, 67978 April 6, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 66, 19192 April 6, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 66, 19238
Jan. 3, 2011
FDA
4205 ACA
Proposed Rule
June 6, 2011
FDA
4205 ACA
Proposed Rule
June 6, 2011
FDA
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 3 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION COMMENT ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, VOLUME, DUE DATE AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION PAGE RELATED STATUTE Title IV - Prevention of Chronic Disease & Improving Public Health Extension of Comment Period May 24, 2011 76 Fed Reg. 100, 30051 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
AGENCY
Food Labeling; Nutrition Labeling of Standard Menu Items in Restaurants and Similar Retail Food Establishments; Extension of Comment Period Food Labeling; Nutrition Labeling of Standard Menu Items in Restaurants and Similar Retail Food Establishments; Correction Food Labeling; Calorie Labeling of Articles of Food in Vending Machines; Correction Proposed Data Collection Standards: Race, Ethnicity, Primary Language, Sex, and Disability Status Required by the Affordable Care Act Reasonable Break Time for Nursing Mothers
4205 ACA
July 5, 2011
FDA
4205 ACA
Correction
May 24, 2011 76 Fed Reg. 100, 30050 June 27, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 123, 37291 June 30, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 126, 38396 Dec. 21, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 244, 80073 August 1, 2011
FDA
4205 ACA
Correction Notice Of Availability; Request For Comments Request for Information
FDA
4302 ACA
HHS
4702 ACA
Feb. 22, 2011
DOL
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 3 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, VOLUME, AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION PAGE RELATED STATUTE Title V - Health Care Workforce Aug. 3, 2010 5503, 5504, 5505, 5506 Proposed Rule 75 Fed. Reg. 148, 46170 Aug. 31, 2010 CMS EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
SEE TAB 1 IN TITLE III BINDER
Proposed Changes Relating to Payments to Hospitals for Direct Graduate Medical Education (GME) & Indirect Medical Education (IME) Costs Payments to Hospitals for Direct Graduate Medical Education (GME) & Indirect Medical Education (IME) Costs Childrens Hospitals Graduate Medical Education Payment Program (CHGME Payment Program) Medicare Program; Solicitation for Proposals for the Medicare Graduate Nurse Education Demonstration-Deadline Extension Designation of Medically Underserved Populations and Health Professional Shortage Areas: Negotiated Rulemaking Committee Meeting
5503, 5504, 5505, 5506
July 1, 2010 Final Rule July 1, 2011 Jan. 14, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 10, 2697 May 18, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 29647
5503, 5504, 5505, 5506
Comment Request
March 15, 2011
HRSA
5509
Notice
May 25, 2012
CMSrei
5602 ACA
Proposed Rule; Notice of Meeting
Aug. 26, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 166, 53377
Sept. 15, 2011
HHS
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 3 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, VOLUME, AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION PAGE RELATED STATUTE Title VI - Transparency & Program Integrity 6001 ACA Proposed Rule Aug. 3, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 148, 46170 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Changes to Physician SelfReferral Rules & Related Changes to Provider Agreement Regulations Changes to Physician SelfReferral Rules & Related Changes to Provider Agreement Regulations Medicare and Medicaid Programs: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment; Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment; Hospital Value-Based Purchasing Program; Physician Self-Referral; and Provider Agreement Regulations on Patient Notification Requirements Medicare, Medicaid, Children's Health Insurance Programs; Transparency Reports and Reporting of Physician Ownership or Investment Interests
Aug. 31, 2010
CMS
6001 ACA
Final Rule
Sept. 23, 2011
CMS
6001 ACA
Proposed Rule
July 18, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 137, 42170
August 30, 2011
CMS
6002 ACA
Final Rule
Feb. 8, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 9457
April 9, 2013
CMS
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 3 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION Mostly March 23, 2011 6401, 6402, 6501 Proposed Rule Sept. 23, 2010 Nov. 16, 2010 Some March 23, 2010 Some March 23, 2012 6402(a) 6301 Proposed Rule Notice Of Proposed Rulemaking Notice Of Public Hearing. Proposed Rule Feb. 16, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 9179 April 17, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 22691 April 16, 2012 July 16, 2012 CMS IRS CMS
TOPIC OF REGULATION Medicare, Medicaid, and Children's Health Insurance Programs; Additional Screening Requirements, Application Fees, Temporary Enrollment Moratoria, Payment Suspensions and Compliance Plans for Providers and Suppliers Medicare Program; Reporting and Returning of Overpayments Fees on Health Insurance Policies and Self-Insured Plans for the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Trust Fund Fees on Health Insurance Policies and Self-Insured Plans for the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Trust Fund; Hearing Cancellation Fees on Health Insurance Policies and Self-Insured Plans for the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Trust Fund National Practitioner Data Bank National Practitioner Data Bank National Practitioner Data Bank; Correction
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
6301
77 Fed. Reg. 47573
Aug. 9, 2012
Aug. 8, 2012
IRS
6301 6403 6403 6403
Final Rule Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Final Rule Final Rule; Correction
Dec. 6, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 72721 Feb. 15, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 9138 Apr. 5, 2013 18 Fed. Reg. 20473 May 3, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 25858 April 16, 2012
Dec. 6, 2012
IRS HHS
May 6, 2013 May 6, 2013
HHS HHS
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 3 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE 6403 REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE Apr. 8, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 20929 July 12, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 133, 41032 Dec. 27, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 247, 81278 Sept. 16, 2011 75 Fed. Reg. 180, 57808 Feb. 24, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 11127 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission to OMB for Review and Approval; Public Comment Request Medicaid Program; Face-toFace Requirements for Home Health Services: Policy Changes and Clarifications Related to Home Health Development of a Recovery Audit Contractor Program for the Medicare Part C and D Programs Medicaid Program; Recovery Audit Contractors Medicaid Program; Announcement of Medicaid Recovery Audit Contractors (RACs) Contingency Fee Update Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Programs: Disallowance of Claims for FFP and Technical Corrections Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Programs; Disallowance of Claims for FFP and Technical Corrections
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Notice
May 1, 2013
HRSA
6407 ACA
Proposed Rule
September 12, 2011
CMS
6411 ACA
Request for Information Final Rule
Feb. 25, 2011
6411 ACA
Jan 1, 2012
CMS
6411 ACA (SSA 1902(a)(42)(B))
Notice
March 26, 2012
CMS
6506 ACA
Proposed Rule
Aug 3, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 149 May 29, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 31499
September 2, 2011
CMS
6506 ACA
Final Rule
June 28, 2012
CMS
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 3 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, VOLUME, AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION PAGE RELATED STATUTE Title VII - Improving Access to Innovative Medical Therapies 7001; 7002; 7003 Notice March 13, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 14809 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
1 2
Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Biosimilars User Fee Cover Sheet; Form FDA 3792 Draft Guidance for Industry on Formal Meetings Between FDA and Biosimilar Biological Product Sponsors or Applicants; Availability Drug Pricing Program Manufacturer Civil Monetary Penalties Drug Pricing Program Administrative Dispute Resolution Process
May 14, 2012
FDA
7001; 7002; 7003
Notice
Apr. 1, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 19492
May 31, 2013
FDA
7102 ACA 7102 ACA
Proposed Rule and Sept. 20, 2010 Request for 75 Fed. Reg. 181, Comment 57230 Proposed Rule and Sept. 20, 2010 Request for 75 Fed. Reg. 181, Comment 57233 Title VIII - CLASS Act Title IX - Revenue Provisions Notice Released Oct. 12, 2010
Nov. 19, 2010 Nov. 19, 2010
HHS HHS
Interim Relief with Respect to Form W-2 Reporting of the Cost of Coverage of Group Health Insurance Under 6051(a)(14) Interim Guidance on Informational Reporting to Employees of the Cost of Their Group Health Insurance Coverage 6051(a)(14)
9002 ACA
IRS
9002 ACA
Guidance
IRS Notice 2011-28 Released March 29, 2011
July 18, 2011
IRS
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 3 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE 9002 ACA REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE IRS Notice 2012-9 Released Jan. 3, 2012 Released Sept. 3, 2010 Released Sept. 3, 2010 Dec. 27, 2010 Dec. 27, 2010 Jan. 1, 2011 Jan. 1, 2011 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION Interim Guidance on Informational Reporting to Employees of the Cost of Their Group Health Insurance Coverage IRS Guidance Explaining 2011 Changes to Flexible Spending Arrangements IRS Revenue Ruling Regarding 2011 Changes to Flexible Spending Arrangements Guidance on Use of Debit Cards to Buy Prescribed OTC Medicines Health flexible spending arrangements not subject to $2,500 limit on salary reduction contributions for plan years beginning before 2013 and comments requested on potential modification of useor-lose rule. H.R. 4 - Comprehensive 1099 Taxpayer Protection and Repayment of Exchange Subsidy Overpayments Act Certain Filing Changes for TaxExempt Organizations Additional Requirements for Tax Exempt Hospitals
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Guidance
IRS
2 3
9003 ACA 9003 ACA
Notice Revenue Ruling
IRS IRS
Notice 2011-5
January 15, 2011
IRS
9005 ACA
Notice 2012-40
May 30, 2012
August 17, 2012
IRS
9006 - REPEALED 9007 ACA 9007(a) ACA
Legislation Notice 2012-4 Notice 2010-39 January 15, 2012 July 22, 2010 IRS
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 3 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE 9007(a) ACA REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE July 7, 2011 IRS Notice 2011-52 June 26, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 38147 Aug. 10, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 47787 Oct. 16, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 63287 Apr. 5, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 20523 Nov. 7, 2012 July 5, 2013 June 2, 2011 December 5, 2012 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION Notice and Request for Comments Regarding the Community Health Needs Assessment Requirements for Tax-exempt Hospitals Additional Requirements for Charitable Hospitals Additional Requirements for Charitable Hospitals; Correction Additional Requirements for Charitable Hospitals; Hearing Community Health Needs Assessments for Charitable Hospitals Annual Fee on Branded Prescription Drug Sales Annual Fee on Branded Prescription Drug Sales Branded Prescription Drug Fee (Temporary Guidance) Branded Prescription Drug Fee (Notice of Proposed Rulemaking) Branded Prescription Drug Fee; Hearing Branded Prescription Drug Fee; Correction
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Notice
September 23, 2011 September 24, 2012.
IRS
9007(a) ACA 9007(a) ACA 9007(a) ACA 9007(a) ACA 9008 ACA 9008 ACA 9008, 10404 ACA 9008, 10404 ACA 9008 ACA 9008 ACA
Proposed Rule Proposed Rule Notice Notice Of Proposed Rulemaking Notice 2010-71 Notice 2011-92 Temporary Guidance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Proposed Rule Proposed Rule
IRS IRS IRS IRS IRS IRS
Aug. 18, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 160, 51245 Aug. 18, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 160, 51310 Aug. 6, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 46653 Aug. 13, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 48111
Aug. 18, 2011
IRS IRS IRS IRS
Nov. 16, 2011 Nov. 9, 2012
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 3 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE 9010 ACA REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION Notice Of Proposed Rulemaking And Notice Of Public Hearing Health Insurance Providers Fee; Correction Notice 2011-02 Notice Of Proposed Rulemaking Notice of proposed rulemaking and notice of public hearing Proposed Rule Cancellation Of Notice Of Public Hearing On Proposed Rulemaking Notice 2011-4 FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE Mar. 4, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 14034 Mar. 22, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 17612 IRS Notice 2011-02 Apr. 2, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 19949 Dec. 5, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 72268 Jan. 30, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 6272 Mar. 22, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 17612 The public hearing originally scheduled for April 4, 2013 at 10 a.m. is cancelled. Dec. 27, 2010 March 23, 2011 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY IRS
Health Insurance Providers Fee
June 3, 2013 IRS
Health Insurance Providers Fee; Correction Deduction for Compensation Paid by Certain Health Insurance Providers The $500,000 Deduction Limitation for Remuneration Provided by Certain Health Insurance Providers Rules Relating to Additional Medicare Tax Rules Relating to Additional Medicare Tax; Correction Rules Relating to Additional Medicare Tax; Hearing Cancellation Modification of Sec. 833 Treatment of Certain Health Organizations
9010 ACA 9014 ACA
IRS
9014 ACA
July 1, 2013
IRS
9015 ACA 9015 ACA
March 5, 2013
IRS IRS
9015 ACA
IRS
9016 ACA
IRS
As of May 3, 2013
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Extension of Interim Guidance on Modification of Section 833 Treatment of Certain Health Organizations
9016 ACA
Notice 2012-37
May 26, 2012
Sept. 10, 2012
IRS
Notice 2010-45 Credits Qualified Therapeutic Discovery Project Program 9023(a)ACA Grants Questions and Answers May 21, 2010 IRS
As of May 3, 2013
ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, VOLUME, AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION PAGE RELATED STATUTE Title X (non-incorporated amendments) Notice of proposed rulemaking and Deb. 5, 2012 1402(a)(1) notice of public 77 Fed. Reg. hearing. IRS Notice 10101(d) ACA (2716) Request for Comments 10108 - REPEALED 10201(d) ACA Legislation Request for Comments Proposed Rule and Request for Comments Informational Bulletin Final Rule Released Sept. 20, 2010 Sept. 17, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 180, 56946 Released Sept. 16, 2010 Feb. 27, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 11678 Nov. 16, 2010 CMS Nov. 4, 2010 Sept. 23, 2010 IRS
BINDER 3 TAB #
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Net Investment Income Tax Nondiscrimination Provisions Applicable to Insured Group Health Plans H.R. 1473 - Department of Defense and Full-Year Continuing Appropriations Act Discrimination in Favor of Highly Compensated Individuals Review and Approval Process for Section 1115 Demonstrations Review and Approval Process for Section 1115 Demonstrations Review and Approval Process for Section 1115 Demonstrations
IRS
March 11, 2011
10201(i) ACA
10201(i) ACA 10201(i) ACA
Nov. 16, 2010 Apr. 27, 2012
CMS CMS
As of May 3, 2013
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE Application Submission Deadline for the Advance Payment Model: Applications for the performance period beginning on January 1, 2013 will be accepted from August 1, 2012 through September 19, 2012.
AGENCY
Medicare Program; Announcement of a New Opportunity for Participation in the Advance Payment Model for Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs)
10201(i) ACA (1115 SSA)
Notice
June 26, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 38066
CMS
Physician Group Practice Transition Demonstration (PGPTD) Performance Assessment Tool (PAT) Floor on the Area Wage Adjustment Factor for Hospital Outpatient Department Services Medicare Program; Prospective Payment System and Consolidated Billing for Skilled Nursing Facilities; Disclosures of Ownership and Additional Disclosable Parties Information
10307
Notice
May 18, 2012 77 Fed Reg 29645
June 18, 2012
10324(b) ACA
Final Rule
Jan. 1, 2011
CMS
10325 ACA
Proposed Rule
May 6,. 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 88, 26364
June 27, 2011
CMS
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 3 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE 10325 ACA REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE Aug. 8, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 152, 48486 Sept. 26, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 186, 59265 Aug. 2, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 46213 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION Prospective Payment System and Consolidated Billing for Skilled Nursing Facilities for FY 2012 Medicare Program; Prospective Payment System and Consolidated Billing for Skilled Nursing Facilities for FY 2012; Correction Medicare Program; Prospective Payment System and Consolidated Billing for Skilled Nursing Facilities for FY 2013 Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals Standardized Pharmacy Notice: Your Prescription Cannot be Filled (f/k/a Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage and Your Rights) Physician Compare Medicare Program: Availability of Medicare Data for Performance Measurement Medicare Program: Availability of Medicare Data for Performance Measurement
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Final Rule
Oct. 1, 2011
CMS
10325 ACA
Notice
Oct. 1, 2011
CMS
10325 ACA
Notice
Oct. 1, 2012
CMS
10328 ACA
Comment Request
May 31, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 104, 31338
August 1, 2011
CMS
Press Release 10331(a) ACA Physician Compare Website Proposed Rule Final Rule Dec. 30, 2010 June 08, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 110, 33566 Dec. 7, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 235, 76542
10332 ACA 10332 ACA
August 8, 2011 Jan. 6, 2012
CMS CMS
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 3 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, VOLUME, AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION PAGE RELATED STATUTE HCERA (non-incorporated amendments) HCERA 1004(d) Notice Released Apr. 27, 2010 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Tax Treatment of Health Care Benefits Provided to Children Under 27 Medicare Program: Medical Loss Ratio Requirements for Medicare Advantage and Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Programs Medicaid Program: Payments for Services Furnished by Certain Primary Care Physicians and Charges for Vaccine Administration under the Vaccines for Children Program Changes to Hospital Outpatient PPS & CY 2011 Payment Rates Taxable Medical Devices
Mar. 30, 2010
IRS
HCERA 1103
Proposed Rule
Feb. 22, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 12427
Apr. 16, 2013
CMS
HCERA 1202
Final Rule
Nov. 6, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 66669
Jan. 1, 2013
CMS
HCERA 1301 - Community Mental Health Centers HCERA 1405 (IRC 4191)
Proposed Rule Notice Of Proposed Rulemaking Final Rule
Aug. 3, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 148, 46170 Feb. 7, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 6028 Dec. 7, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 72924
Aug. 31, 2010 May 7, 2012
Jan. 1, 2011
CMS IRS
Taxable Medical Devices
HCERA 1405 (IRC 4191)
Dec. 7, 2012; applicable to sales of taxable medical devices after December 31, 2012.
IRS
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 3 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) IMPLEMENTED (PHS ACT SECTION AMENDED) OR OTHER RELATED STATUTE HCERA 1405 (IRC 4191) REGULATION TYPE OR ACTION FED. REG. PUBLICATION DATE, VOLUME, PAGE EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION Interim Guidance and Request for Comments; Medical Device Excise Tax; Manufacturers Excise Taxes; Constructive Sale Price; Deposit Penalties Taxable Medical Devices; Correction Taxable Medical Devices; Correction
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Notice 2012-77
December 5, 2012 Mar. 13, 2013; applicable after December 31, 2012 Mar. 13, 2013; applicable after December 31, 2012
IRS
HCERA 1405 (IRC 4191)
Correcting Amendment Correcting Amendment
Mar. 13, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 15878 Mar. 13, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 15877
IRS
HCERA 1405 (IRC 4191)
IRS
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 3continued to Binder 4 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, VOLUME, AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION PAGE RELATED STATUTE Non-PPACA-Related Regulatory Implementation Apr. 15, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 72, 19678 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Medicare Program; Policy & Technical Changes to the MA & Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Programs (CMS-4144-P) Medicare Program; Proposed Changes to the Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment Systems for Acute Care Hospitals & the Long-Term Care Hospital Prospective Payment System & Supplemental Proposed FY 2011 Rates; Effective Date of Provider Agreements Supplemental Proposed Changes to the Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment Systems for Acute Care Hospitals & the Long-Term Care Hospital Prospective Payment System & Supplemental Proposed FY 2011 Rates: Corrections Supplemental Proposed Changes to the Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment Systems for Acute Care
MMA
Final Rule
June 7, 2010
CMS
SSA (Does not address the PPACA provisions that affect this proposed rule)
Proposed Rule
May 4, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 85, 23852
June 18, 2010
Oct. 1, 2010
CMS
SSA
Correction of Proposed Rulemaking
July 2, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 105, 30756
June 18, 2010
Oct. 1, 2010
CMS
SSA
Correction of Proposed Rulemaking
June 17, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 116, 34612
June 18, 2010
Oct. 1, 2010
CMS
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 3continued to Binder 4 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, VOLUME, AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION PAGE RELATED STATUTE Non-PPACA-Related Regulatory Implementation EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Hospitals & the Long-Term Care Hospital Prospective Payment System & Supplemental Proposed FY 2011 Rates: Corrections Modifications to the HIPAA Privacy, Security, & Enforcement Rules Under the Health Information Technology for Economic & Clinical Health Act Modifications to the HIPAA Privacy, Security, Enforcement, and Breach Notification Rules Under the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act and the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act; Other Modifications to the HIPAA Rules
HIPAA / HITECH Act
July 14, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 134, 40868
Sept. 13, 2010
Feb. 18, 2010 (Compliance Date: 180 days after enactment) March 26, 2013. Compliance date: Covered entities and business associates must comply with the applicable requirements of this final rule by September 23, 2013.
HHS
HIPAA / HITECH Act
Final Rule
Jan. 25, 2013 78 Fed. Reg. 5565
HHS
Hospice Wage Index FY 2011 (CMS-1523NC) Prospective Payment System & Consolidated Billing for Skilled Nursing Facilities for FY 2011 (CMS-1338-N)
SSA
Notice
July 22, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 140, 42944 July 22, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 140, 42886
Sept. 20, 2010
Oct. 1, 2010
CMS
SSA
Notice
Sept. 5, 2010
Oct. 1, 2010
CMS
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 3continued to Binder 4 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, VOLUME, AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION PAGE RELATED STATUTE Non-PPACA-Related Regulatory Implementation SSA Notice Sept. 14, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 177, 55801 July 28, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 144, 44314 July 28, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 144, 44590 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
10
11
Prospective Payment System & Consolidated Billing for Skilled Nursing Facilities for FY 2011 Correction Electronic Health Record Incentive Program (CMS-0033-F) Health Information Technology: Initial Set of Standards, Implementation Specifications, & Certification Criteria for Electronic Health Record Technology Health Information Technology: Revisions to Initial Set of Standards, Implementation Specifications, and Certification Criteria for Electronic Health Record Technology Electronic Health Record Incentive Program Permanent Certification Program for Health Information Technology - Establishment Medicare Program: Legislative Changes to Provide Quality of Care to Children Rural Health Care Universal
Oct. 1, 2010
CMS
HITECH Act
Rule
Sept. 27, 2010
CMS
HITECH Act
Final Rule
Aug. 27, 2010
ONC
HITECH Act
Interim Final Rule and Request for Comments
Oct. 13, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 197, 62686 Dec. 29 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 249, 81885 Jan. 7, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 1262 July 30, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 146, 44971 Aug. 9, 2010 75
Nov. 12, 2010
Oct. 13, 2010
ONC
HITECH Act HITECH Act CHIPRA National Broadband Plan
Correcting Amendment Final Rule Notice with Comments Notice of Proposed
Dec. 29, 2010 Feb. 7, 2011 Aug. 30, 2010 Sept. 8, 2010
CMS ONC CMS FCC
12 13
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 3continued to Binder 4 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, VOLUME, AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION PAGE RELATED STATUTE Non-PPACA-Related Regulatory Implementation Rulemaking Fed. Reg. 152, 48236 Aug. 11, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 154, 48816 Aug. 12, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 155, 49215 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
14
Support Mechanism (FCC 10125) Medicaid Program & CHIP: Revisions to the Medicaid Eligibility Quality Control & Payment Error Rate Measurement Programs End-Stage Renal Disease Quality Incentive Program (CMS-3206-P)
CHIPRA
Final Rule
Sept. 10, 2010
CMS
15
MIPPA
Proposed Rule
Sept. 24, 2010 Jan. 1, 2011 ( 413.174(f)(6) will be effective on Jan. 1, 2014 and 413.232(f) and 413.239(b) will be effective Nov. 1, 2010) Feb. 4, 2011 Nov. 12, 2010 Oct. 13, 2010
CMS
16
End-Stage Renal Disease Prospective Payment System (CMS-1418-F)
MIPPA
Final Rule
Aug. 12, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 155, 49030
CMS
17
End-Stage Renal Disease Quality Incentive Program Maintenance Changes to Electronic Data Transaction Standards Part A Premiums for CY 2011 for the Uninsured Aged and for Certain Disabled Individuals Who Have Exhausted Other Entitlement
Final Rule HIPAA Notice
Jan. 5, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 3, 628 Oct. 13, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 197, 62684 Nov. 9, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 216, 68798
ONC
SSA
Notice
Jan. 1, 2011
CMS
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 3continued to Binder 4 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, VOLUME, AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION PAGE RELATED STATUTE Non-PPACA-Related Regulatory Implementation Nov. 9, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 216, 68790 Nov. 9, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 216, 68799 Nov. 30, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 229, 73972 Nov. 19, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 223, 70831 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Medicare Part B Monthly Actuarial Rates, Premium Rate, and Annual Deductible Beginning January 1, 2011 Inpatient Hospital Deductible and Hospital and Extended Care Services Coinsurance Amounts for CY 2011 Cost Limit for Providers Operated by Units of Government and Provisions To Ensure the Integrity of FederalState Financial Partnership Changes to the Hospital and Critical Access Hospital Conditions of Participation To Ensure Visitation Rights for All Patients Final FY 2009 and Preliminary FY 2011 Disproportionate Share Hospital Allotments, and Final FY 2009 and Preliminary FY 2011 Institutions for Mental Diseases Disproportionate Share Hospital Limits Regulation for the Enforcement of Federal Health Care Provider Conscience Protection Laws Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) Medical Malpractice
SSA
Notice
Jan. 1, 2011
CMS
SSA
Notice
Jan. 1, 2011
CMS
Final Rule; Implementation of Court Orders
Nov. 30, 2010
CMS
Final Rule
Jan. 18, 2011
CMS
SSA, MMA
Notice
Jan. 3, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 1, 148
4-Mar-11
CMS
Final Rule FSHCAA Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
Feb. 23, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 36, 9968 Feb. 28, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 39,
Mar. 25, 2011 Apr. 29, 2011
HHS HRSA
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 3continued to Binder 4 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, VOLUME, AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION PAGE RELATED STATUTE Non-PPACA-Related Regulatory Implementation 10825 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Program Regulations: Clarification of FTCA Coverage for Services Provided to Non-Health Center Patients Compassionate Allowances for Autoimmune Disease Revisions to the Reductions and Increases to Hospitals' FTE Resident Caps for Graduate Medical Education Payment Purposes State Medicaid Fraud Control Units; Data Mining Medicare and Medicaid Programs; Civil Money Penalties for Nursing Homes Medicaid Program; State Allotments for Payment of Medicare Part B Premiums for Qualifying Individuals: Federal Fiscal Year 2010 and Federal Fiscal Year 2011 Medicare, Medicaid, and Childrens Health Insurance Programs: 2011 Provider Enrollment Application Fee
SSA
Notice of Hearing
Mar. 10, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 47, 13111 March 14, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 49, 13515 Mar. 17, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 52, 14637 Mar. 18, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 53, 15105
Mar. 16, 2011
SSA
Sec. 203 Medicare & Medicaid Extenders Act of 2010
Interim Final Rule
Apr. 13, 2011
Mar. 14, 2011
CMS
Proposed Rule
May 16, 2011
OIG
1864(a) SSA
Final Rule
Jan. 1, 2012
CMS
Notice
Mar. 21, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 54, 15316
Feb. 25, 2011
CMS
Notice
Mar. 23, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 56, 16422
Mar. 23, 2011
CMS
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 3continued to Binder 4 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, VOLUME, AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION PAGE RELATED STATUTE Non-PPACA-Related Regulatory Implementation April 4, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 64, 18472 Apr. 6, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 64, 18472 April 6, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 66, 18930 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Medicare Program: Revisions to Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies Suppliers Safeguards Medicare Programs: Changes to the End-Stage Renal Disease Prospective Payment System Transition Budget-Neutrality Adjustment Medicare Programs: Changes to the End-Stage Renal Disease Prospective Payment System Transition BudgetNeutrality Adjustment
Proposed Rule
June 3, 2011
CMS
Interim final rule with comment period Interim final rule with comment period
Jun. 3, 2011
CMS
June 6, 2011
April 1, 2011 Applicable for discharges on or after Oct. 1, 2010 and on or before Sept. 30, 2011. Certain hospitals that are not section 508/special exception providers, but that are located in areas affected by section 102 of the MMEA, are also identified in this notice, and will be paid based on the
CMS
Medicare Program: Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment Systems for Acute Care Hospitals and Fiscal Year 2011 Final Wage Indices, etc.
Notice
Apr. 7, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 67, 19365
CMS
As of May 3, 2013
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
revised wage index published in this notice for discharges on or after April 1, 2011 and on or before September 30, 2011. Request for Information Regarding Electronic Disclosure by Employee Benefit Plans Revised Medical Criteria for Evaluating Endocrine Disorders Proposed Establishment of a Federally Funded Research and Development Center Plan for Retrospective Review under Executive Order 13563 Revision of the Requirements for Constituent Materials FDA Food Safety Modernization Act: Focus on Preventive Controls for Facilities Disqualification of a Clinical Investigator Request for Information Final Rules Notice Notice Final Rule Apr. 7, 2011 76 Fed. Red. 67, 19285 Apr. 8, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 68, 19692 Apr. 13. 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 71, 20673 Apr. 13. 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 71, 20568 Apr. 13. 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 71, 20513 Apr. 13. 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 71, 20588 Apr. 13. 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 71, 20575 June 6, 2011 EBSA
June 7, 2011 July 5, 2011 May 12, 2011 May 13, 2011
SSA CMS HHS FDA
Public Meeting
May 20, 2011
FDA
Proposed Rule
July 12, 2011
FDA
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 3continued to Binder 4 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, VOLUME, AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION PAGE RELATED STATUTE Non-PPACA-Related Regulatory Implementation Apr. 14, 2011 Meeting 76 Fed. Reg. 72. 20989 Negotiated Rulemaking Committee meeting Apr. 14, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 72. 20867 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
National Committee on Vital and Health Statistics Negotiated Rulemaking Committee Meeting on Designation of Medically Underserved Populations and Health Professional Shortage Areas Medical Devices; General and Plastic Surgery Devices; Classification of the Low Level Laser System for Aesthetic Use Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request: Medicaid Drug Rebate Program Labelers Reconciliation of State Invoice (CMS-304) and Prior Quarter Adjustment Statement (CMS-304a) Medical Devices; Obstetrical and Gynecological Devices; Classification of the Hemorrhoid Prevention Pressure Wedge Medicaid Program: Home and Community-Based Services Waivers
Apr, 27, 2011 Meetings will be held on May 18, 2011, 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; May 19, 2011, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and May 20, 2011, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 16, 2011
HHS
HHS
Final Rule
Apr. 14. 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 72, 20840
FDA
Comment Request
Apr. 15, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 73, 21370
May 16, 2011
CMS
Final Rule
Apr. 15, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 73, 21237 Apr. 15, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 73, 21311
May 16, 2011
FDA
Proposed Rule
June 14, 2011
CMS
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 3continued to Binder 4 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, VOLUME, AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION PAGE RELATED STATUTE Non-PPACA-Related Regulatory Implementation Apr. 15, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 73, 21950 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Medicaid Program: Enhanced Federal Funding for Medicaid Eligibility Determination and Enrollment Activities CMS: Statements of Organization, Functions, and Delegations of Authority Abolishment of the Office of External Affairs and Beneficiary Services and the establishment of the Office of Public Engagement and the Office of Communications. Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals: Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) Medicare and Medicaid Programs: Changes Affecting Hospital and Critical Access Hospital Conditions of Participation: Telemedicine Credentialing and Privileging Medicare Program; Hospice Wage Index for Fiscal Year 2012 Exclusion of Orphan Drugs for SSA
Final Rule
April 19, 2011
CMS
Notice
Apr. 19, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 75, 21908
CMS
Comment Request
Apr. 29, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 83, 24034
May 31, 2011
CMS
Final Rule
May 5, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 87, 25550 May 9, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 89, 26731 May 20, 2011
July 5, 2011
CMS
Notice; Correction Final Rule
Apr. 14, 2011 July 19, 2011
CMS HRSA
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 3continued to Binder 4 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, VOLUME, AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION PAGE RELATED STATUTE Non-PPACA-Related Regulatory Implementation 76 Fed. Reg. 98 29183 May 24, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 100, 30199 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Certain Covered Entities Under 340B Program Proposed Extension of Information Collection Request Submitted for Public Comment: Consent to Receive Employee Benefit Plan Disclosure Electronically Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals: Independent Rural Health Center/Freestanding Federally Qualified Health Center Cost Report and Supporting Regulations 42 CFR 413.20 AND 42 CFR 413.24 HIPAA Privacy Rule Accounting of Disclosures under the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request: Medicare Demonstration Ambulatory Care Quality Measure Performance Assessment Tool (PAT)
Comment Request
July 25, 2011
EBSA
1833(t)(6) SSA
Comment Request
May 27, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 103, 30944
June 27, 2011
CMS
13405(c) HITECH Act
NPRM
May 31, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 104, 31426
August 1, 2011
HHS
646 MMA
Comment Request
May 31, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 104, 31339
June 30, 2011
CMS
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 3continued to Binder 4 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, VOLUME, AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION PAGE RELATED STATUTE Non-PPACA-Related Regulatory Implementation 13405(c), 13101 HITECH Act NPRM May 31, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 104, 31426 June 01, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 105, 31547 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
HIPAA Privacy Rule Accounting of Disclosures under the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act Medicare Program: Proposed Changes to Electronic Prescribing Incentive Program Guidance for Industry and Investigators on Enforcement of Safety Reporting Requirements for Investigational New Drug Applications and Bioavailability/Bioequivalence Studies; Availability Proposed Establishment of a Federally Funded Research and Development Center Medicare Program: Conditions of Participation for Community Mental Health Centers Medical Devices; Exception From General Requirements for Informed Consent Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection; Comment Request; FDA Recall Regulations
August 1, 2011
HHS, OCR
132 MIPPA Final Rule Investigational New Drug Safety Reporting Requirements for Human Drug and Biological Products and Safety Reporting Requirements for Bioavailability and Bioequivalence Studies in Humans (75 FR 59935)
Proposed Rule
July 25, 2011
CMS
Guidance
June 07, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 109, 32863
September 28, 2011
FDA
Notice 1832(a)(2)(J) SSA 520(g)(3)(D) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act 701 FDCA Proposed Rule Final Rule
June 14, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 114, 34713 June 17, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 117, 35684 June 24, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 122, 36989 June 29, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 125, 38184
July 5, 2011 August 16, 2011 June 24, 2011
CMS CMS FDA
Notice
August 29, 2011
FDA
As of May 3, 2013
BINDER 3continued to Binder 4 TAB # ACA SECTION(S) FED. REG. IMPLEMENTED (PHS REGULATION PUBLICATION ACT SECTION TYPE OR DATE, VOLUME, AMENDED) OR OTHER ACTION PAGE RELATED STATUTE Non-PPACA-Related Regulatory Implementation July 01, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 127, 38552 EFFECTIVE DATE OF REGULATION
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Amendments to Regulations Regarding Major LifeChanging Events Affecting Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amounts to Medicare Part B Premiums Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals: Medicare Advantage Chronic Care Improvement Program and Quality Improvement Project Reporting Tools Requirements for Fee Disclosure to Plan Fiduciaries and Participants; Applicability Dates
Final Rule
July 1, 2011
SSA
1852e(1), (2), (3)(a)(i) SSA
Notice
July 08, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 131, 40370
September 6, 2011
CMS
408(b)(2) ERISA
Final Rule
July 19, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 138, 42539
The amendments made by this document are effective as of July 15, 2011 and the effective date for the interim final fiduciary-level fee disclosure rule published on July 16, 2010 (75 FR 41600) is delayed from July 16, 2011 to April 1, 2012. Sept. 2, 2011 Aug. 1, 2011 to July 31, 2014
EBSA
Medicare Program: Evaluation Criteria and Standards for Quality Improvement Program Contracts (10th Statement of
1153(h)(2) SSA
Notice
Aug. 3, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 149, 46814
CMS
As of May 3, 2013
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Work) Medicare Program: Evaluation Criteria and Standards for Quality Improvement Program Contracts (10th Statement of Work) Pilot Program for Parallel Review of Medical Products Medicare Program: Changes to the Ambulatory Surgical Centers Patient Rights Conditions for Coverage Medicare and Medicaid Programs: Reform of Hospital and Critical Access Hospital Conditions of Participation Regulatory Provisions to Promote Program Efficiency, Transparency, and Burden Reduction Draft and Revised Draft Guidances for Industry Describing Product-Specific Bioequivalence Recommendations; Availability Draft Guidance for Industry on Notification to Food and Drug
1153(h)(2) SSA
Aug 3, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 149, 46814
September 2, 2011
August 1, 2011 to July 31, 2014
CMS
75 FR 57045
Notice
Executive Order 13563
Final Rule
Oct. 11, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 196, 62808 Oct. 24, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 205, 65886 Oct. 24, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 205, Oct. 24, 2011 76 Fed. Reg. 205, Dec. 23
Nov. 10, 2011
FDA, CMS
Dec. 23, 2011
CMS CMS
Proposed Rule
Dec. 23
CMS
Proposed Rule
Notice Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD Act)
Feb. 22, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 10536 Feb. 27, 2012 77 Fed. Reg. 11550
April 23, 2012 Submit comments on the draft
FDA FDA
Notice
As of May 3, 2013
TOPIC OF REGULATION
COMMENT DUE DATE
AGENCY
Administration of Issues That May Result in a Prescription Drug Shortage; Availability
guidance by May 29, 2012. Submit comments on the proposed collection of information by April 27, 2012.

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Affordable Care Act (ACA) Implementation & Other Health Care Regulatory Action

COMMENT DUE DATE

AGENCY HHS, DOL, IRS

ACA Implementation FAQs I

Sep. 20, 2010

HHS, DOL, IRS FAQs II Oct. 8, 2010

ACA Implementation FAQs II

ACA Implementation FAQs III ACA Implementation FAQs IV

FAQs III FAQs IV

Oct. 12, 2010 Oct. 28, 2010

HHS, DOL, IRS HHS, DOL, IRS HHS, DOL, IRS

ACA Implementation FAQs V

FAQs VI FAQs FAQs VII FAQs

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COMMENT DUE DATE

AGENCY HHS, DOL, IRS

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COMMENT DUE DATE

AGENCY HHS, DOL, IRS CMS

CMS CMS CMS CMS

QHPs FAQs #3 QHPs FAQs #4

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COMMENT DUE DATE

Affordable Care Act Questions and Answers

CMCS Informational Bulletin

April 25, 2013

Q&As FAQs XV QHPs FAQs #9

April 26, 2013 April 29, 2013 April 30, 2013

CCIIO HHS, DOL, IRS CMS

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COMMENT DUE DATE

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IRS; EBSA; HHS HHS

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IRS; EBSA; HHS IRS; EBSA; HHS

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IRS, HHS, EBSA

HHS, EBSA, IRS

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HHS, EBSA, IRS

HHS; IRS; EBSA

HHS; IRS; EBSA CCIIO, EBSA CCIIO, EBSA

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CCIIO IRS EBSA HHS OCIIO

OCIIO Dec. 30, 2010 75 Fed. Reg. 250, 82277

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IRS; EBSA; HHS

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HHS, IRS, TREAS

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HHS-Administered Federal External Review Process

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