The HHS Office of Consumer Information and Insurance Oversight (OCIIO) is responsible for ensuring compliance with the new insurance market rules, such as the prohibitions on rescissions and on pre-existing condition exclusions for children that take effect this year. It will oversee the new medical loss ratio rules and will assist states in reviewing insurance rates. It will provide guidance and oversight for the state-based insurance exchanges. It will also administer the temporary high-risk pool program and the early retiree reinsurance program, and compile and maintain data for an internet portal providing information on insurance options.
OCIIO's goal is to work closely with state insurance commissioners and governors, consumers, and stakeholders throughout the implementation process.
