"Although transitional plans will become less relevant as time passes, other forms of noncompliant ACA plans can have a similar impact.... '[A]ssociation health plans' created by trade groups and others to sell insurance that is not compliant with the ACA ... could draw disproportionately healthier subscribers, leading to higher premiums in the regulated small-group market. Fortunately, some states have imposed stricter standards and others are considering doing so, to avoid harm to the existing market."  MORE >>