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
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Below we present the affordability exemptions for 2017 for employer and non-employer coverage and explain the family affordability glitch.
Para Entender el Registro Abierto de ObamaCare en el 2017 El registro abierto del 2017 comienza el 1o de noviembre del 2016 y termina el 31 de enero del 2017. El registro abierto es el único momento en el que puede registrarse para tener un plan de seguro médico en el mercado individual. Esto significa… Read More
The 2016 Federal Poverty Level Guidelines (Used in 2016 and 2017) Understanding the Federal Poverty Guidelines for Determining Cost Assistance For 2016 Medicaid and CHIP and Assistance on Plans Active in 2017 Below are the 2016 Federal Poverty Guidelines used for cost assistance on 2017 health plans, 2016 Medicaid / CHIP, and taxes filed April 15, 2018…. Read More
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.
Updated Cost Assistance Information for 2017 For 2017, shoppers can get three types of health insurance cost assistance under the ACA: Premium Tax Credits, Cost Sharing Reduction Subsides, and Medicaid/CHIP. Below is updated cost assistance information for 2017 plans, including all plans purchased during 2017 open enrollment Nov 1. 2016 – Jan. 31. 2017. TIP: Seniors… Read More
Out-of-Pocket Maximums and Deductible Limits For 2017 Each year the ACA sets new limits for out-of-pocket maximums and deductibles. Here are the limits for 2017 plans for individuals and families. For 2017, your out-of-pocket maximum can be no more than $7,150 for an individual plan and $14,300 for a family plan before marketplace subsidies. For 2017, your maximum… Read More
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.
2017 Open Enrollment for ObamaCare starts November 1st and 7 in 10 marketplace shoppers can still get prices as low $75, and 8 out of 10 less than $100!
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
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
ObamaCare News Archives Below you will find our archive of news articles on the Affordable Care Act from 2012 – 2014, see our current ObamaCare news section for recent news related to the ACA. ObamaCare News November 2014 Should I Shop Inside or Outside of the Marketplace? Published November 20th, 2014 by ObamaCare Facts Most of… Read More
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
So I plan to continue to suffer without the surgery I was waiting for and then I will plan to pay the IRS penalty because they were somehow harmed by my error as well.
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.
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
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
Back in 2012 we did a list of Obama’s Accomplishments, here in 2016 the list has grown. Here is some highlights of Obama Accomplishments so far, with citations.
House Republicans won the 2nd round of a Court case that makes it so Congress must approve funding for cost sharing reduction subsidies. 7 million could go without cost sharing assistance.
When it comes to Advanced Premium Tax Credits, it is always tempting to take the maximum amount you qualify for. However, repayment limits can mean owing back credits.
Explaining ObamaCare to the average person who is upset with costs is really hard, but an honest approach sends the right message.
We explain some ideas for how to fix ObamaCare (the Affordable Care Act). The goal is to seek universal coverage and fix the ACA’s sticking points.
What is TrumpCare? “TrumpCare” describes health care reform under Donald Trump. We explain TrumpCare and how it is different than ObamaCare. An Introduction to the Many HealthCare Bills, Regulations, and Ideas We Call “TrumpCare.” Below we explain different aspects of TrumpCare. When people say “TrumpCare” they are essentially referring to healthcare changes made, attempted to be… Read More
On this page we cover the 2016 tax credit repayment limits and explain 2016 refunds for premium tax credits.