Allowing Affordable Care Act Credits to Expire Will Cost Americans Big

A new analysis shows that letting the enhanced premium tax credits lapse would reduce health care spending in Ohio by $363 million next year and increase uncompensated care demand by $163 million — a 10.3% jump. States across the U.S. will likely see a similar trend. That means more strain on hospitals, higher costs for communities, and more individuals and families left uninsured. At ACS, we believe these are not just numbers — they’re real impacts to community health, financial stability, and equity for our nation’s families. Policymakers must act now to protect these credits and safeguard access to care.