Health Mainte­nance Organization Amendments of 1988

'The Health Maintenance Organization Amendments of 1988 was signed into law on October 24, 1988 (Public Law 100-517). This legislation aimed to revise the program of assistance for health maintenance organizations. Key amendments included revising organizational structure, allowing deductibles for basic health services, and requiring dual-choice plans to provide at least 90% of physician services through qualified physicians. The law also addressed issues related to employees' health benefits plans, employer contributions, and employee choices. Additionally, it prohibited the Secretary of Health and Human Services from promulgating regulations that would be inconsistent with those in effect on the date of enactment regarding abortion services.'