ACA Section 1557
Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, colour, national origin, sex, age or disability in covered health programs and activities.
Who it applies to
Health programs and activities that receive federal financial assistance.
Key points
What 1557 means for care providers in practice.
Supporting work within 1557
Track language-access and accessibility obligations
Keep non-discrimination policies and evidence organised
Maintain an auditable record of access provisions
Sectors & agencies
The care sectors most affected by 1557, and the federal agencies most involved. Applicability varies by provider type, program and jurisdiction.
Alongside federal frameworks, US care is also shaped by state licensure, survey agencies and Medicaid programmes across all 50 states. Explore the 50-state directory for state-level intelligence.
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