Commonwealth: Care Unaffordable Despite Low Uninsurance Rate

Americans still struggle to afford their health care despite a historically low uninsurance rate of 9%, according to a report by the Commonwealth Fund that also warns the upcoming Medicaid redeterminations and pending litigation could reverse coverage gains, and the group offers several policy options. The report recommends Congress gradually phase out the Medicaid maintenance of care requirement, close the Medicaid gap, and permanently extend the enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits. The State of U.S. Health Insurance In 2022,...