The Pulse of Healthcare

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The ACA Death Spiral: How Rising Costs and Vanishing Coverage Are Breaking American Healthcare

The ACA Death Spiral: How Rising Costs and Vanishing Coverage Are Breaking American Healthcare19 ago17 min

In this episode, Dr. John (CEO of Ovation Health) takes a hard look at the mounting stability crisis facing the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace following the 2026 rollback of tax credits and subsidies. As major carriers withdraw from key markets and proposed 2027 rate hikes threaten to push bronze plans over $1,000 per month, consumers are left with fewer choices, soaring deductibles, and a heightened risk of crippling medical debt. Tune in for a clear-eyed look at why the current...