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In reply to the discussion: When does ACA become a "failure"? [View all]Romulox
(25,960 posts)9. If the ACA doesn't meet the projected actuarial standards, it will need an infusion of $$$$$.
As early as this year.
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It's too bad that there aren't many (any?) people in the House/Senate speaking so sensibly
Proud Liberal Dem
Mar 2014
#15
If the ACA doesn't meet the projected actuarial standards, it will need an infusion of $$$$$.
Romulox
Mar 2014
#9
No. By next year. Resets to rates happen for following year starting Dec.
functioning_cog
Mar 2014
#23
Rate increases aren't the only source of ACA funding. Insurers are entitled to gov't subsidy any
Romulox
Mar 2014
#30
link please. they don't get wads of cash from the US government up front just because.
functioning_cog
Mar 2014
#32
I said they may require a cash infusion this year. Your link confirms it. What are you arguing?
Romulox
Mar 2014
#33
my bet is that any net loss across all states and all insurers will be immaterial
functioning_cog
Mar 2014
#35
I'd give it a year and see if people are getting the health services they need.
Jesus Malverde
Mar 2014
#13
Yes, I think so, as I understand it goes into effect for people at or above the poverty level.
HereSince1628
Mar 2014
#38