Skip to main content

Employee Health Plan Discrimination

Meaning

Employee Health Plan Discrimination refers to the illegal practice where an employer’s group health plan provides unequal benefits, imposes higher premiums, or restricts coverage terms for employees based on their health status, genetic information, or a specific disability, such as a diagnosed hormonal disorder. Federal law prohibits plans from making distinctions in eligibility or benefits based on an individual’s current or anticipated clinical condition. This protection is crucial for ensuring that individuals requiring ongoing clinical management for endocrine dysfunction receive equitable access to care.