Expert analysis of health reform issues
50 populations whose lives are better thanks to the ACA
September 21, 2023 – Millions of Americans would have worse health insurance – or none at all – without Obamacare's provisions. But the law's protections… Read more
How Friday Health Plans insolvency will affect policyholders in five states
July 18, 2023 – Friday Health Plans, which offers coverage in five states, is winding down its business operations. And in at least four of those states,… Read more
South Dakota Medicaid expansion is underway
July 14, 2023 – South Dakota is the 39th state to expand Medicaid eligibility to cover low-income adults, with coverage that can take effect as early as… Read more
Are you losing Medicaid eligibility? Here’s what to do next.
July 5, 2023 – If you’re among the millions of Americans notified about potentially losing Medicaid eligibility in 2023 and 2024, learn how to avoid… Read more
Lost your job? Here’s how to keep your health insurance or find new coverage now.
February 24, 2023 – Losing your job in 2023 doesn’t mean you have to go without health coverage. Here’s how to find coverage right… Read more
ACA marketplace enrollment in 2022 plans surged at higher incomes
February 2, 2023 – The American Rescue Plan removed the income cap on ACA premium subsidies – and other subsidy boosts may pleasantly surprise enrollees,… Read more
Applying for ACA coverage? Know the ropes (between income levels).
November 28, 2022 – Understanding how small differences in projected income can have a large impact on your health plan costs can be key to obtaining… Read more
Four reasons to not wait until January to enroll in an ACA health plan
November 1, 2022 – Obamacare's 2023 open enrollment runs until January 15 in most states. Here's why you might want to enroll by December 15… Read more
Open enrollment for 2023 ACA coverage: what to expect
November 1, 2022 – Record-high enrollment in ACA-compliant plans is likely to continue this year. Here's… Read more
How will the Inflation Reduction Act help marketplace enrollees?
August 5, 2022 – The Inflation Reduction Act would extend ARP's health insurance subsidy enhancements – helping millions eligible for ACA marketplace… Read more
How I sought to stop worrying and love a Bronze plan
May 16, 2022 – For older enrollees with average-to-high income and some savings, low premium plans with high deductibles usually make… Read more
HMO, PPO, EPO or POS? Choosing a managed care option
May 10, 2022 – Four designations of managed care affects whether you're covered by medical providers – and… Read more