I don't know that I have a good one-page summary on its history. Hm. I should write one.
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Short version: 1557 bans sex discrim, a big feature of ACA. HHS decided last year that LGBT discrim. === sex discrim.
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gave ins. cos and employers until jan 1 to design plans that removed language of blanket exclusions, syncs with ACA year
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some things (e.g. dr can't refuse treatment, etc.) went into effect immediately or at 60 days
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HHS has power to interpret rule thusly based on supreme court case Auer v Robbins
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Does this mean they can refuse to treat you for anything, or just specific medical issues? (Serious question
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It's a bit complex, but anything. Broken arm, hemorrhage, etc.
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There is at least one incident of EMTs denying care to a trans woman, who died as a result of her injuries.
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There's a concept called "trans broken arm," where doctors claim that lack of studies on HRT mean anything can happen.
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And as a result, claim that hormones add an unteneble complication and deny treatment.
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