Changes that went into
effect September 23, 2010:
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Plans are prohibited from
denying coverage to children
with pre-existing conditions.
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Plans are prohibited from
dropping people when they get
sick.
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Lifetime caps on coverage are
banned.
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Annual limits on coverage are
restricted.
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New private plans must provide
free, preventative care.
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Easier access to appeals
processes.
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New employer plans are
prohibited from creating
eligibility requirements that
discriminate in favor of higher
earners.
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Adult children can stay on
parents' plan until they turn
26.
Changes targeted to go into
effect October 1, 2010:
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New funding for states to help
individuals file complaints or
appeals against insurance
companies.
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Increased funding for state
community health centers.
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