The Affordable Care Act will significantly change health coverage and care, bringing us closer to the goal of high-quality, affordable health insurance for all Americans. The law:
expands Medicaid to more low-income Americans
creates health insurance marketplaces (also known as "exchanges") where consumers can buy high-quality, affordable private plans
protects consumers by eliminating coverage denials for people with pre-existing conditions, requiring health insurance companies to spend the majority of premium dollars on health care, offering free preventive services, and more
