CNN Obamacare Debate Fact-Checked
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We fact-check the full CNN ObamaCare debate between Bernie Sanders and Ted Cruz. We also provide a transcript and the full video.
Time is Running Out to Sign Up for Marketplace Insurance
Open Enrollment for Marketplace insurance ends January 31st. Even though the future of the ACA is less than certain, there are no changes to Marketplace insurance or Cost Assistance yet. If you are still in need of health insurance for 2017, please sign up at Healthcare.gov or your state’s Marketplace while you still can. Support Marketplaces and Cost Assistance… Read More
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.
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.
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What Happens to Cost Assistance if ObamaCare is Repealed?
We explain what happens to cost assistance (Tax Credits, CSR, and Medicaid) if ObamaCare is repealed by congressional Republicans under Trump.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.
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.
ObamaCare Repeal Facts
What Repealing and Replacing ObamaCare Could Look Like Under the Trump Administration Republicans in Congress plan to repeal the Affordable Care Act (ObamaCare). Get the facts on a repeal and replace plan under the Trump administration and what it means for America. UPDATE 2019: The repeal and replace plan never passed, and thus some specifics here… Read More
An HSA-Eligible Public Option
We explain how a HSA-eligible public option could work in a ObamaCare/Medicare repeal and replace plan.
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.
The “Continuous Coverage Exclusion” For Pre-Existing Conditions
Understanding the GOP Pre-Existing Condition “Continuous Coverage Exclusion” Provision The Affordable Care Act eliminated preexisting conditions, but almost all GOP plans (including Tom Price’s plan) bring them back via a “Continuous Coverage Exclusion” for pre-existing conditions. TrumpCare (the American Health Care Act) and the Continuous Coverage Provision As predicted in the article below, the newest House… Read More
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.
The House GOP Better Way Plan Explained
We explain the House GOP Better Way Plan (the House Republicans’ ObamaCare replacement plan) and how it could change ObamaCare.
Affordability Exemptions for 2017
Below we present the affordability exemptions for 2017 for employer and non-employer coverage and explain the family affordability glitch.
Premiums Up For 2017, But Many Get a Plan for $100 or Less
Although health insurance premiums are up 22% on average for 2017, but many can get a plan for a $100 or less through healthcare.gov.
What Did Bill Clinton Mean When He Criticized ObamaCare?
Bill Clinton recently criticized ObamaCare. While his wording was confusing, his underlying point is arguably justified and hardly a criticism of the ACA as a whole.
ObamaCare Open Enrollment 2017
Understanding ObamaCare’s 2017 Open Enrollment Period Open Enrollment 2017 started November 1, 2016 and ended January 31, 2017. Open enrollment is the only time you can enroll in a health plan on the individual market without qualifying for special enrollment. That means if you wanted to get cost assistance and avoid the monthly fee for 2017,… Read More
What is HillaryCare?
HillaryCare Explained – The History of Hillary Clinton’s Healthcare Reform Efforts HillaryCare describes healthcare reform efforts by Hillary Clinton. This includes her healthcare reform efforts in 1993 that paved the way for CHIP and the ACA, and all efforts since. If Hillary gets elected HillaryCare will describe healthcare reform under her Presidency. Below we discus: Hillary’s… Read More
Is Obamacare Mandatory for Everyone?
Does Everyone Have to Get Coverage Under the Affordable Care Act? As of 2019 ObamaCare is optional, not mandatory. There is no requirement to get coverage or fee for not having coverage under In most states. With that said, you’ll have to shop for coverage during open enrollment unless you qualify for special enrollment and… Read More
Incurable Illness and Obama Care Insurance Complaints – Story
My husband recently lost his job due to eliminating his position therefore we lost our health insurance. Cobra was offered but extremely expensive for two disabled people (I’m permanently disabled due to incurable diseases and my husband came down with an incurable disease).
Why Single Payer Must Remain on the Table
Despite improvements to the ACA (ObamaCare) being a smart focus for Democrats, Single Payer must remain on the table and in the Democratic party platform.
Health Insurance Premium and Cost Sharing Explanation
A Quick and Simple Guide to Health Insurance Costs and Assistance Types of health insurance costs include: monthly premiums and out-of-pocket costs / cost sharing (copays, coinsurance, deductible, out-of-pocket maximum). Here the premium is what one pays for the policy, and then cost sharing is a reference to the part of the costs the plan covers… Read More
Is ObamaCare Free?
The Ways in Which ObamaCare is and isn’t Free ObamaCare is free for some via Medicaid expansion, offers cost assistance to others via the marketplace, and cost those without cost assistance money. Below we discuss all the ways ObamaCare is or isn’t free depending on income and state. TIP: All cost assistance mentioned below is based on family size… Read More
4-4 Tie on ObamaCare Contraceptive Requirements from SCOTUS
The Supreme Court of the United States ended their deliberation on ObamaCare’s contraceptive requirement in a 4-4 tie.