There would be enormous consequences were the court to throw out the ACA, which has survived twice in the high court. But the court's makeup is very different now than on those past occasions.
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Coronavirus FAQ: Could COVID-19 Ever Be Considered A Preexisting Condition?
That's a question people are asking as the Supreme Court hears oral arguments for a case on the future of the Affordable Care Act — which guarantees coverage for preexisting conditions.
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More Than Politics On The Line For Voters With Preexisting Conditions
As many as 130 million Americans have a preexisting health condition. Protections for those patients under the Affordable Care Act have become a campaign issue in races up and down the ballot.
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If The ACA Falls, Protecting Preexisting Conditions Could Be Harder Than It Sounds
Though the Trump administration is trying to dismantle the Affordable Care Act in court, it's vowed that people with health problems will still be able to get insured. Here's why that could be tricky.
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Comparing Biden’s And Trump’s Different Visions For Health Care
From Medicare to Obamacare to controlling drug costs, the candidates mostly differ in their approach to health care. Here's a quick guide to their views and proposals.
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The Affordable Care Act’s Fate Is In Flux But 2021 Health Plan Prices Are Stable
The Affordable Care Act's future is uncertain and there's no end in sight to the pandemic. But for the 2021 insurance year consumers can expect to see modest increases in prices, if any.
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Democrats To Frame Barrett As Foe Of Affordable Care Act In Confirmation Hearings
Democrats are poised to argue that confirming Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court will "undercut the rights and safety of all Americans" because of her record on Obamacare and abortion.
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Will The Affordable Care Act Survive The Next Supreme Court Challenge?
"Republicans have been trying to drive a stake into the heart of Obamacare pretty much since it was passed — both through legislation and litigation," New York Times reporter Sarah Kliff says.