Table of Contents
Which interest group was strongly against passage of the Affordable Care Act?
Republican congressmen, governors, and Republican candidates have consistently opposed the ACA and have vowed to repeal it. Polls have consistently shown that it is supported by <50% of Americans.
Is Medicaid constitutional?
There are two fundamental decisions in this summary judgement: 1) The individual mandate to purchase private health insurance is unconstitutional. Since he has ruled that the mandate cannot be separated from the rest of the Act, the entire Act is unconstitutional. 2) Medicaid is constitutional.
Who opposes universal health care?
The American Medical Association were the top opponents of the plan. They hired a PR firm called Campaigns Inc. that rose to fame in California, helping to defeat a statewide universal health insurance plan.
What is the difference between Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act?
The most important difference between Medicaid and Obamacare is that Obamacare health plans are offered by private health insurance companies while Medicaid is a government program (albeit often administered by private insurance companies that offer Medicaid managed care services).
What are the criticisms of the Affordable Care Act?
Conservatives objected to the tax increases and higher insurance premiums needed to pay for Obamacare. Some people in the healthcare industry are critical of the additional workload and costs placed on medical providers. They also think it may have negative effects on the quality of care.
What are the weaknesses of the Affordable Care Act?
Cons:
- The cost has not decreased for everyone. Those who do not qualify for subsidies may find marketplace health insurance plans unaffordable.
- Loss of company-sponsored health plans.
- Tax penalties.
- Shrinking networks.
- Shopping for coverage can be complicated.
How does the Supreme Court ruling on the ACA affect Medicaid?
The Supreme Court did limit one portion of the ACA: The federal government cannot yank existing Medicaid funds from states who refuse to comply with an expansion of Medicaid.
Which of the following federal laws created Medicare and Medicaid?
On July 30, 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Medicare and Medicaid Act, also known as the Social Security Amendments of 1965, into law. It established Medicare, a health insurance program for the elderly, and Medicaid, a health insurance program for people with limited income.
How did the Supreme Court ruling on the ACA affect Medicaid?