The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) is often recognized for its effect on traditional healthcare. When people think about the ACA and long-term services and supports (LTSS), they often think about the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) program, a voluntary insurance system that would have provided cash benefits for LTSS. Unfortunately, CLASS was rescinded because of financial viability concerns.
By Kathleen Wilber
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) is often recognized for its effect on traditional healthcare. When people think about the ACA and long-term services and supports (LTSS), they often think about the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) program, a voluntary insurance system that would have provided cash benefits for LTSS. Unfortunately, CLASS was rescinded because of financial viability concerns.