AHIP March 23, 2020
Jamie Carracher

By fostering a competitive open market and codifying patient protections, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has increased the number of insured Americans and created much-needed stability for individuals and families. Today, we’re reflecting on 5 important health care protections that the ACA has provided for all Americans – by the numbers.

132 Million Americans

Today, over 132 million Americans with pre-existing conditions can no longer be denied health insurance coverage thanks to protections provided by the ACA. This ensures that more people are eligible for coverage from a wider pool of plans.

26 Years Old

Young adults are now able to remain on their parents’ health insurance plans until they turn 26 – even if they’re eligible to enroll in...

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Topics: ACA (Affordable Care Act), Govt Agencies, Healthcare System, Insurance, Patient / Consumer, Provider, Trends
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