ACA (Affordable Care Act): Federal law that requires consideration of essential health benefits, individual mandate implications, and employer coverage obligations in health insurance waivers
HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act): Federal legislation governing privacy protections and health information security that must be referenced in waiver forms
ERISA (Employee Retirement Income Security Act): Federal law governing employer-sponsored health plans and required disclosures in waiver documentation
Public Health Service Act: Federal legislation establishing requirements for health insurance coverage and consumer protections
State Insurance Regulations: Specific state-level requirements governing insurance waivers and minimum coverage standards
State Healthcare Coverage Requirements: State-specific mandates for healthcare coverage and waiver documentation
State Notice Requirements: State-specific requirements for notifications and disclosures in waiver forms
Risk Acknowledgment Requirements: Mandatory clear explanation and acknowledgment of risks associated with waiving health insurance coverage
Alternative Coverage Documentation: Requirements for proving existence of alternative health insurance coverage when waiving primary coverage
Special Enrollment Period Information: Required information about circumstances allowing future enrollment despite current waiver
HIPAA Privacy Notifications: Mandatory privacy notices and acknowledgments required under HIPAA regulations
Tax Documentation Requirements: Necessary documentation and acknowledgments for tax compliance purposes regarding health insurance status
