Federal Appellate Court Considers Threat to Obamacare Mandate for Preventive Services
The 5th US Circuit Court of Appeals is reviewing a case challenging the Obamacare mandate for insurers to cover preventive care services at no cost to patients. The case, brought by employers and individuals in Texas, questions the validity of the mandate and could impact coverage for important preventive screenings and services. The Biden administration is urging the court to reverse a ruling that jeopardizes access to cost-free coverage for various preventive services, while the challengers argue that the mandates for no-cost preventive care run afoul of the Constitution's Appointments Clause. The outcome of the case could affect over 150 million people with private insurance and have significant implications for public health.