Maine Gov. Mills Announces Maine Will Pursue a State-Based Health Insurance Marketplace Under the Affordable Care Act
During a health care forum today, Governor
"Over the past eight months, my Administration has expanded health care to more than 36,000 people across the state. These are folks who can now see doctors, receive preventive care, treat illnesses, and afford their medications. While I am pleased with the progress we have made, there is more we can - and must do - to make affordable health care available to more people," said
"Other states that have pursued this model have performed better on both enrollment and the cost of monthly premiums," said Health and Human Services Commissioner
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Under the Affordable Care Act, states can choose one of three options for their Health Insurance Marketplaces, which consumers and small businesses use to shop for plans and apply for financial assistance for coverage.
Under this approach, the
If legislation passes to create a State-based Marketplace using the Federal Platform, then
The decision announced today will not affect the upcoming open enrollment period in
The Governor announced the decision today at All In: A
This move is among the significant steps the
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