Goodwill worker – Story
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I have worked at goodwill almost 44 years, I was clearly told, I didn’t make enough money a year to get Obama care, if I went to welfare, I would make the 11 400.
Medicare Open Enrollment 2018 is Here
Just a reminder, Medicare Open enrollment 2018 is here. Enrollment goes from October 15th to December 7th each year. Coverage starts January 1st.
What Does it Mean to Cut Cost-Sharing Subsidy Payments?
We discuss how Trump’s announcement to cut cost-sharing reduction (CSR) subsidies will affect those who qualify for CSR assistance and those who don’t.
Bipartisan Discussion to Fix Obamacare Cost Sharing Subsidies
Although there is no fix passed, some and Congress and Trump have discussed a bipartisan fix for ObamaCare’s cost sharing subsidies.
Trump Just Made Health Insurance Cheaper! (Opinions)
Trump likely just made health insurance cheaper for some with his executive order on association plans and short term insurance. We look at the pros and cons.
5 Steps to Getting Medical Insurance You Can Afford
We cover 5 steps to take to get the best medical insurance you can afford so you can get the best deal on health insurance available to you.
Trump Cuts Cost-Sharing Reduction Assistance
The White House announced that the Trump administration will no longer reimburse insurers for ObamaCare’s cost-sharing reduction subsidies.
Trump’s Order on Association Health Plans Explained
President Trump signed an executive order on Oct 12, 2017 to expand access to “association health plans,” to expand these across state lines, to expand short-term coverage, and to expand HRAs.
GOP Budget to Cut HealthCare Funding and Other Funding to Offset Tax Cuts
The House GOP’s proposed 2018 budget cuts healthcare and other social funding to offset new tax cuts (i.e. it does what all GOP legislation does.)
Trump Allows More Exemptions to Obamacare Birth Control Mandate
The Trump administration will expand exemptions to an ObamaCare rule requiring employers to provide plans that cover birth control.
Iowa “Stopgap” Plan to Stabilize Health Insurance is on the Line
Word is Trump plans to reject a “stopgap” plan in Iowa to control premiums and save their insurance market. However, no official decision has been made yet.
The Potential Fiscal Consequences of Not Providing CSR Reimbursement
Below is a copy of the 2015 study published on HHS, “The Potential Fiscal Consequences of Not providing CSR Reimbursement.”
Congress Fails to Fund Children’s Health Insurance and Community Health Centers
Congress failed to fund the Children’s Health Insurance (CHIP) for 9 million kids and 1,400 Community Health Centers by the Sept. 30 2017 deadline.
As of Sept. 29 Congress Still Hasn’t Funded CHIP
As of Sept. 29 2017 Congress has yet to fund CHIP (the Children’s Health Insurance Program that covers about 9 million kids). CHIP expires Sept. 30, 2017.
Trump to Allow Selling Insurance Across State Lines
Trump indicated he would allow insurers to sell across state lines, this idea was in his campaign platform and can be done by executive order.
Bipartisan CHRONIC Care Act Passes Senate
A bipartisan bill known as the CHRONIC Care Act passed the Senate Tuesday night. The bill aims to expand the Affordable Care Act and improve Medicare.
Get Ready for 2018 Open Enrollment
ObamaCare’s open enrollment period for 2018 starts on November 1st, 2017 and ends on December 15th, 2017. This is what you need to know to enroll for 2018. Some states have longer enrollment periods, so you will have to check your state’s rules. • Open enrollment is the only time you can get cost assistance, enroll… Read More
Senate Won’t Vote on Graham-Cassidy Bill to Replace ObamaCare
Graham-Cassidy Repeal and Replace Bill Won’t Be Voted On The Senate won’t vote on the Graham-Cassidy Bill to replace ObamaCare (the Affordable Care Act), as the bill lacked the votes to pass. This was decided after Majority Leader Mitch McConnell met with lawmakers to see where Senators stood on the proposal. Previously Sen. Susan Collins, a Republican… Read More
HealthCare.Gov to Shut Down Sunday Mornings During Open Enrollment
At a webinar for assisters, HHS announced that HealthCare.Gov would shut down between 12am – 12pm EST on Sunday mornings during open enrollment.
Graham-Cassidy Could Result in 32 Million Uninsured and Higher Costs
The Cassidy-Graham bill has been estimated by studies to result in 32 million uninsured by 2027 and beyond and higher costs for many sick, poor, and seniors.
Rand Paul Opposes Graham-Cassidy Bill, but Don’t Get the Wrong Idea
Rand Paul opposes the Graham-Cassidy bill to repeal and replace ObamaCare, not because it cuts too much, but because it doesn’t cut enough.
A Summary of the Graham-Cassidy Obamacare Repeal Bill
We explain the gist of the Graham-Cassidy Obamacare repeal bill. In short, it looks a lot like the last repeal attempt, the Better Care Reconciliation Act.
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield Kicks Off Two Autistic Children – Story
I missed one month payment due to incorrectly inputting my credit card. the insurance company dropped me and my children.
Congress should have to get obamacare – Story
I resent that congress is except from obama care; angry republican.
Very Sad!! – ObamaCare Story
I am a single woman who just lost her job. I am appalled that you ask for my income, however you do not ask what my cost of Living is.