(a) An Exchange must ensure that the provider network of each QHP meets the standards specified in Sec. 156.230 of this subtitle, except for multi-State plans.
(b) The U.S. Office of Personnel Management will ensure compliance with the standards specified in Sec. 156.230 of this subtitle for multi-State plans.
(c) A QHP issuer in an Exchange may not be prohibited from contracting with any essential community provider designated under Sec. 156.235(c) of this subtitle.