Bernie Sanders and Ted Cruz to Debate Obamacare
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Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) and Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) go head-to-head in a debate over ObamaCare on CNN Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2017 at 9 p.m. EST.
Enroll Now, Or Face Exclusions for Preexisting Conditions
If you don’t have health insurance, there is a 50% chance you are about to make a big mistake by not enrolling in a health plan via healthcare.gov by Tuesday January 31st, 2017.
Why Did Trump Kill Enrollment ads for HealthCare.gov?
Former HealthCare.gov CEO Kevin Counihan said the Trump administration killed advertising and outreach for that exchange intentionally “to suppress enrollment” in Obamacare plans.
Trump’s Executive Order on ObamaCare Explained
Trump’s executive order on ObamaCare doesn’t do much directly, but it likely will effect all ACA taxes as direct action is taken under the order.
Check Your Auto-Pay, or Risk a Plan Drop
If you don’t check your health insurance auto-pay, you may be the ultimate price (having your insurer drop your plan).
How Repealing Portions of ObamaCare Would Affect Coverage and Premiums
According to the CBO, repealing the ACA and replacing it with a past Republican replacement would double premiums and lead to 32 million uninsured by 2026.
A Suggestion for TrumpCare Using Past GOP Plans
In the simplest way possible, here is what TrumpCare should look like. We explain how to synthesis all current GOP plans with the ACA to create something awesome.
Trump Promises “Insurance for Everybody”, but Past GOP Plans Don’t
Trump recently promised “insurance for everybody”. By Trump’s own admission, this won’t be single payer, but it could mean expanded coverage.
Nearly Everyone’s Healthcare Coverage is Heavily Taxpayer Subsidized
Nearly everyone’s health coverage is highly subsidized (via tax breaks, if not credits). The group that costs tax payers the most money in healthcare is employees.
Senate Voted to Approve Budget Resolution to Repeal ObamaCare
The Senate voted 51 to 48 early Thursday to approve a budget resolution instructing House and Senate committees to begin work on legislation to repeal key provisions of ObamaCare.
ObamaCare 2017 Repeal and Replace Updates
Below is an updated overview of where ObamaCare and its replacement plan stands now that Trump has been elected and repeal efforts have begun.
What Happens to the Mandates if ObamaCare is Repealed?
It is likely Republicans will repeal both the individual and employer mandates, but for now we should assume they will remain in place until 2018.
What Happens to Cost Assistance if ObamaCare is Repealed?
We explain what happens to cost assistance (Tax Credits, CSR, and Medicaid) if ObamaCare is repealed by congressional Republicans under Trump.
The Republican Repeal and Delay Plan for ObamaCare
We explain the Republican ObamaCare “repeal and delay” plan which plans to defund and repeal ObamaCare and the delay a replacement.
Federal Appeals Court Puts Obamacare Lawsuit on Hold Until Trump; Cost Assistance in Jeopardy
An old lawsuit is rearing its ugly head again and it could lead to ObamaCare’s cost sharing assistance being defunded under Trump.
ObamaCare White House Report December 2016
The White House just released a 100 page report on ObamaCare (the Affordable Care Act). Below are some key facts and the full report.
42 States Extended the ObamaCare Sign Up Deadline
December 15th, 2016 was the last day to enroll in coverage that started by January 1st, 2017, but 42 states have expanded the deadline to the 17th or 19th. Open enrollment 2017 ends January 31st, plans purchased after the December 15, 17, or deadline will start February 1st or later.
Why Guaranteed Coverage for Preexisting Conditions Matters
Those who want to repeal ObamaCare due to being upset with the cost or the mandate should think carefully about why guaranteed coverage for preexisting conditions matters.
The 21st Century Cures Act
We present a summary of each provision in the 21st Century Cures Act which aims to tackle mental health, addiction issues including the opioid crisis, and more.
An HSA-Eligible Public Option
We explain how a HSA-eligible public option could work in a ObamaCare/Medicare repeal and replace plan.
The Effects of the Repeal of ObamaCare Through Reconciliation
The GOP has promised to repeal and replace ObamaCare, but step one might be a repeal of ObamaCare through the budget reconciliation process.
IUD Costs Could Rise if ObamaCare is Repealed
If a repeal and replace plan doesn’t cover birth control like ObamaCare does, women could very well end up paying more for birth control devices like IUDs.
Alternatives to the GOP’s Pre-Existing Conditions “Fix”
We examine the GOP’s “fix” for preexisting conditions and the mandate, and offer alternative solutions that pair with Price and Ryan’s ACA replacement plans.
Trump Selects Georgian Tom Price for Next Health Secretary
Trump has selected House Budget Committee Chairman and a six-term Georgia Representative Tom Price for Health Secretary. That means Price will lead the GOP charge to repeal and replace ObamaCare.
Let Paul Ryan Know What You Like and Don’t Like About ObamaCare
Take Paul Ryan’s short survey about repealing ObamaCare and let him know what you like and don’t like. Call 202-225-3031.