CMS limited access to consumers' Social Security numbers for health insurance agents enrolling in Affordable Care Act plans.
After public concern, CMS has limited access to consumers' Social Security numbers by health insurance agents enrolling people in Affordable Care Act plans. The federal insurance marketplace system previously allowed brokers to view policyholders' full SSNs, raising misuse concerns. The issue was highlighted by growing complaints about rogue agents enrolling or switching consumers' plans without their permission to earn commissions.
April 09, 2024
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