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Close to 5M could become uninsured if Congress doesn’t extend subsidies, report says

Without congressional action, over 7 million people purchasing health insurance on Affordable Care Act marketplaces will face increased premiums next year, according to a report by the Urban Institute.
Close to 5 million people would likely become uninsured and unable to afford other coverage options if subsidies are not extended, as stated by the Urban Institute analysis.
Jessica Banthin noted that the expiration of tax credits would result in millions lacking affordable health care options.
Democratic governors from 18 states urged Congress to extend subsidies, stating that prompt congressional action could help keep premiums lower.

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Close to 5M could become uninsured if Congress doesn’t extend subsidies

Without congressional action, more than 7 million people who buy their health insurance on Affordable Care Act marketplaces would pay much higher premiums next year. Close to 5 million of them wouldn’t be able to absorb the price hike –…

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Close to 5M could become uninsured if Congress doesn’t extend subsidies, report says

A patient goes to a physical therapy session at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital in Lake Charles, La. Without congressional action, more than 7 million people who buy their health insurance on Affordable Care Act marketplaces will pay much higher premiums next year. (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)Without congressional action, more than 7 million people who buy their health insurance on Affordable Care Act marketplaces would pay much higher prem…

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