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What did Sen. JD Vance mean by ‘Reinsurance?’

Oct 2, 2024

Vance’s debate comment likely refers to state reinsurance waivers, largely approved by the Trump Administration. These waivers aimed to lower unsubsidized premiums by offsetting insurer costs for very sick enrollees.

Protecting People with Pre-Existing Conditions

Oct 1, 2024

Cynthia Cox

It is worth a refresher on how the ACA protects people with pre-existing conditions. It’s also worth asking whether and how an alternative would do the same.

A Brief History of the Affordable Care Act

Oct 1, 2024

Rakesh Singh

With Election Day just over a month away, here is a timeline of significant ACA moments.

The VP Debate May Focus on the “Working Class,” But Will They Discuss Medicaid?

Sep 30, 2024

Robin Rudowitz

If Tuesday’s vice presidential debate turns to Medicaid and work requirements, the policy trade-offs will be about working people’s access to Medicaid coverage – not about increasing work.

How Campaign Rhetoric Harms Immigrants

Sep 27, 2024

Mollyann Brodie

Former President Trump’s rhetorical attacks on immigrants have defined his candidacy from the start... A different but important question is what effect Trump’s language has on immigrants themselves.

Some May Struggle to Get a Free COVID Vaccine

Sep 26, 2024

Jennifer Kates

For adults who are uninsured, there are limited options for getting a free COVID-19 shot.

Misinformation vs. Immigrant Experiences Using Health Insurance and Other Programs

Sep 25, 2024

Samantha Artiga

Undocumented immigrants are prohibited from accessing federally funded programs, including Medicaid, Medicare, the Affordable Care Act Marketplaces, and Social Security, and many lawfully present immigrants are not eligible for these programs when they first arrive to the U.S.

Why is There So Much Attention on Obesity Drugs?

Sep 24, 2024

Cynthia Cox

High U.S. prices and demand for Ozempic and Wegovy have implications for insurance premiums, public program costs, and affordability.

Back to the Future? A look back at High-Risk Pools

Sep 20, 2024

Cynthia Cox

Sen. Vance suggested moving higher-risk individuals to different insurance risk pools than healthier ones... What could such a policy mean for health coverage and costs?

Most Sentenced for Trafficking Fentanyl are U.S. Citizens

Sep 20, 2024

Heather Saunders

Former President Trump has routinely blamed undocumented immigrants for a rise in drug trafficking and overdose deaths…But most fentanyl is being trafficked by American citizens. …

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