The federal poverty level (FPL) - also referred to as the federal poverty guidelines – is used to determine eligibility for Medicaid and CHIP, and for premium subsidies and cost-sharing reductions in the health insurance marketplace.| healthinsurance.org
Immigrants can enroll in ACA-compliant individual health insurance just like any other lawfully present U.S. resident. Lawfully present immigrants are eligible for premium subsidies.| healthinsurance.org
Need more info about Medicaid in your state? Get updated information on the current status of Medicaid expansion, along with general information about each state’s program.| healthinsurance.org
See if you're eligible for the Affordable Care Act's premium tax credits (premium subsidies), how subsidies are calculated, and why they are more robust in 2023.| healthinsurance.org
Under the Affordable Care Act, eligibility for Medicaid, premium subsidies, and cost-sharing reductions is based on modified adjusted gross income (MAGI). But the calculation for that is specific to the ACA – it's not the same as the MAGI that's used for other tax purposes| healthinsurance.org
The ACA's subsidy cliff has been temporarily eliminated (through 2025), saving some health insurance buyers thousands of dollars per year.| healthinsurance.org
Short-term health insurance plans provide temporary health insurance for consumers who may find themselves without comprehensive coverage. Learn more about short-term plan availability in your state.| healthinsurance.org
