The Affordable Care Act, Explained
Information to help consumers navigate their health insurance choices under the Affordable Care Act, or as some call it, Obamacare.
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NPR’s guide to the dozens of common questions about the new health care law known as Obamacare. Did we miss something? Send us your questions, and read…
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Over the next few months people across the U.S. will have to make decisions about health coverage. The questions about how that it will all work keep coming in, with people seeking details about available plans and the size of the penalties if they don't comply.
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Nearly all Americans will be required to have health insurance starting Jan. 1, 2014, or else they'll be liable for a tax penalty.Even now, there is quite…
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In about half of the states, more people than ever will qualify for Medicaid. In the other half, coverage remains difficult for many to come by.
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FAQ: All About Health Insurance Exchanges And How To Shop For CoverageShopping for health insurance is getting easier in some ways, and more confusing in others. Here's everything you need to know about how the new exchanges work.
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FAQ: What Retirees And Seniors Need To Know About The Affordable Care ActObamacare was primarily directed at young populations. Still, there are some changes for Medicare and new options for some retirees. Here's what they are.
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Companies large and small face new choices when it comes to offering workers health insurance. Here's a breakdown.
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FAQ: A Young Adult's Guide To New Health Insurance ChoicesSome of Obamacare's biggest changes were directed at 20-somethings and other young adults who've gone without health insurance. Here's what those changes are.
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The requirement to have health insurance becomes law in 2014 — but there's some fine print. Here are answers to some common questions.