Asked by Tiffany Rodriguez on May 16, 2024

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Which employer's health plan is required to include parity provisions related to mental illnesses?

A) Employer with more than 50 employees
B) Cancer thrift shop staffed by volunteers
C) Day care center that employs 7 teachers
D) Church that employs 15 people

Parity Provisions

Legal or policy measures that require equitable treatment of mental health conditions in insurance benefits, similar to physical health conditions.

Mental Illnesses

A broad spectrum of psychiatric disorders influencing emotions, cognition, and actions.

Employer's Health Plan

A health insurance plan provided by an employer to its employees as part of employment benefits, covering medical expenses and care.

  • Appraise the social and economic prerequisites of psychiatric patients and assimilate these requirements into their healthcare planning.
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Diane MitchellMay 21, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Under federal parity laws, companies with more than 50 employees may not limit annual or lifetime mental health benefits unless they also limit benefits for physical illnesses.