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‘Who can pay for this?’ | Local woman decides to remain uninsured after ACA subsidies end

‘Who can pay for this?’ | Local woman decides to remain uninsured after ACA subsidies end

Health insurance costs have risen for many individuals, particularly as ACA subsidies are set to expire, prompting some to grapple with the difficult choice between expensive plans or going without coverage. GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Rebecca Perrin was taken aback when exploring her healthcare options this year. “I couldn’t believe my eyes,” Perrin remarked. “I […]

The True Expenses of Being Uninsured

The True Expenses of Being Uninsured

When Ashley, 36, was laid off from her job at an advertising agency in Austin over a year ago, she inquired about the cost of maintaining her health insurance through COBRA. “They told me the number, and I just laughed,” she recalled. “It was $950 a month.” Instead, she opted for the least expensive plan […]

Without an agreement on health care subsidies, Coloradans risk being uninsured next year.

Without an agreement on health care subsidies, Coloradans risk being uninsured next year.

Congress Moves to End Historic Government Shutdown Without Key Health Care Demand It seems that Congress is on the verge of concluding the longest federal government shutdown ever recorded, yet they’re leaving out a critical request from Democrats: the extension of tax credits aimed at making health insurance more affordable for about 225,000 residents in […]

Millions of Americans are jeopardizing their health and homes by being uninsured.

Millions of Americans are jeopardizing their health and homes by being uninsured.

Insurance Premiums on the Rise Leave Many Struggling Insurance costs are climbing for health, auto, and home coverage, putting financial strain on countless individuals. Many are finding it increasingly difficult, sometimes impossible, to manage these expenses. It’s a frustrating situation—people often feel they can’t even afford to “get naked,” which is a metaphor for the […]

High expenses stop 63% of uninsured adults from obtaining coverage, report reveals

High expenses stop 63% of uninsured adults from obtaining coverage, report reveals

CLEVELAND, Ohio Research from KFF indicates that many Americans lacking health insurance may be eligible for Medicaid or Affordable Care Act plans. However, they often face significant barriers such as a lack of awareness about their eligibility or difficulty in finding affordable options. MetroHealth System is making a concerted effort to understand the reasons behind […]

What Impact Will the 2025 Budget Reconciliation Have on the ACA, Medicaid, and the Rate of Uninsured Individuals?

Republicans in Congress are weighing budget adjustments that could bring significant changes to Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act (ACA). For example, the Energy and Commerce Committee recently revealed a bill which includes work and reporting mandates for some Medicaid enrollees, alongside formalizing certain rules the Trump administration previously proposed concerning the ACA market. This […]

Chappell Roan was one of the 25 million uninsured Americans – CNBC

Chapel Lawn at the 67th Grammy Awards was held at the Crypto.com Arena on February 2, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. Christopher Pork | Billboard | Getty Images in Grammy's victory For the best new artists, Chappell Roan is his career-best. A few years ago, she was one of millions of Americans without work or […]

MassHealth lost hundreds of thousands of participants this year. About six months later, some remain uninsured. – The Boston Globe

In May, the state completed a major 14-month effort to verify millions of residents' eligibility for MassHealth, the state's Medicaid program, for the first time since the pandemic began. During the public health emergency, federal law prohibited annual eligibility screening of Medicaid members to maximize coverage during the crisis. However, beginning in April 2023, states […]