Aetna to Quit 11 ACA Exchanges in Obamacare Exit

Aetna to Quit 11 ACA Exchanges in Obamacare Exit

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The video discusses the withdrawal of major insurers like Aetna from the Affordable Care Act (ACA) exchanges, highlighting financial losses due to a higher number of sick enrollees and fewer healthy ones. It explores the challenges of mandatory participation, where many opt to pay fines instead of high insurance costs. The impact on consumers includes potential higher costs and limited provider options, posing significant challenges for Obamacare's future.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which major insurers have exited the Affordable Care Act exchanges?

Aetna, United Health, and Humana

Blue Cross, Cigna, and Kaiser

MetLife, Prudential, and Allstate

Liberty Mutual, Nationwide, and State Farm

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the main reasons insurers faced financial losses under the ACA?

Too many young, healthy people signing up

Excessive government subsidies

High administrative costs

An unexpected number of sick individuals enrolling

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did some healthy individuals choose not to purchase insurance under the ACA?

They found the insurance plans too comprehensive

They had access to free healthcare

They were unaware of the ACA requirements

They preferred to pay the penalty

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What might consumers face as a result of insurers leaving the ACA exchanges?

Higher costs and fewer choices

Improved healthcare services

Lower insurance premiums

More insurance options

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What broader challenge does the withdrawal of insurers pose for Obamacare?

Better healthcare outcomes

More competition among insurers

A potential collapse of the system

Increased government funding