Record-Breaking Enrollment in Affordable Care Act for 2024
By Braden Hirschi
Published January 15, 2024
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services revealed that a staggering twenty million Americans have enrolled in affordable health insurance for 2024, setting a new enrollment record under the Affordable Care Act. This marks the third consecutive year of breaking enrollment records.
President Biden's Statement
President Biden expressed his elation at the news, highlighting the significant increase in ACA coverage during his tenure. He emphasized that most enrollees will have the opportunity to select a plan costing as little as $10 per month.
Criticism of Republican Opposition
President Biden took the opportunity to criticize Republicans who have impeded efforts to enhance the progress made in healthcare. He claimed that the GOP's healthcare plan would lead to a surge in healthcare costs, particularly for elderly Americans and small business owners, and pledged to prevent such a scenario during his presidency.
Supporting the Affordable Care Act
President Biden underscored the importance of the Affordable Care Act, asserting that access to quality, affordable healthcare is a matter of life and death and hope and fear for many Americans.
Enrollment Data and Open Enrollment Period
The data released by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services pertained to enrollment activity until December 23. The open enrollment period for 2024 coverage commenced on November 1 of the previous year and is set to conclude on January 16th.
Biden Administration's Efforts
During the recent enrollment cycle, the Biden administration allocated nearly $100 million in Navigator Awards to organizations. These funds enabled the hiring of staff trained to assist consumers in their healthcare search, as announced by the CMS.
Secretary of Health and Human Services' Perspective
Secretary of Health and Human Services Xavier Becerra highlighted the historic milestone, emphasizing that more people with access to preventive care equates to a healthier nation and reduced healthcare costs across the board.
Closing Remarks
With the open enrollment period concluding on January 16th, individuals interested in obtaining more information can visit Healthcare.gov for further details.
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