Challenge to ACA preventive-care panel draws skepticism from Supreme Court

Source: Washington Post

The Supreme Court appeared skeptical Monday of a challenge to a section of the Affordable Care Act that requires health plans to provide no-cost preventive care such as cancer screenings, immunizations and contraception to millions of Americans.

A lawsuit brought by a Christian-owned business and individuals argued that the mandates were unenforceable because members of the expert committee that decides what measures health plans must cover were improperly appointed.

Health-care providers and nonprofit organizations say the closely watched case could affect critical health services for many Americans who might otherwise not have access to them.

During oral argument Monday, the justices sharply questioned an attorney for the challengers, who said the Preventive Services Task Force was unconstitutional because its members should have been appointed by the president and approved by the Senate.

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