Some lawmakers say the bill doesn’t go far enough in reducing government involvement in health care and press for a straightforward bill simply to repeal Obamacare.
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House Republicans’ plan for replacing Affordable Care Act troubles Collins, LePage
Maine’s governor and senior senator are part of a chorus of criticism on the potential impact of the proposed health care reforms.
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Republicans unveil bill to dismantle Obamacare, with fewer likely insured
Instead of the current income-based premium subsidies, people would get tax credits based on age.
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With ‘Trumpcare’ on horizon, voters go wobbly on Affordable Care Act repeal
Now that President Trump and fellow Republicans take action to dump the Affordable Care Act, many voters appear to be having second thoughts.
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Trump says health care system will ‘implode’ unless fixed
The President still hasn’t offered specific details for a replacement to the Affordable Care Act, and told state governors that “nobody knew that health care could be so complicated.”
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Community Health Options reports 2016 loss more than expected
The Lewiston-based provider of insurance under the Affordable Care Act says it had fewer customers than expected last year, contributing to the $58 million loss.
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Sen. Collins’ plan for replacing Affordable Care Act holds seeds for compromise
One policy analyst says it’s innovative to use Health Savings Accounts to help pay for coverage, but another expert sees serious drawbacks in the Obamacare alternative.
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A Q&A on the Patient Freedom Act, the proposed ACA substitute
Many aspects of the plan, including typical premiums and deductibles, remain unclear.
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Maine’s rural hospitals fear crisis if Obamacare is repealed without comparable replacement
By insuring tens of thousands of their patients, the Affordable Care Act has helped hospitals and clinics to stay open.
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Interactive maps: ACA enrollment is highest in areas where Mainers work for themselves
Towns with higher self-employment rates – such as coastal fishing communities – tend to have greater rates of enrollment in the Affordable Care Act’s health insurance marketplaces.