Georgia’s Reinsurance Waiver Associated with Decreased Enrollment and Affordability

In 2022, Georgia implemented a reinsurance program as part of its Section 1332 waiver of the Affordable Care Act, but an analysis shows it may have reverse effects, according to a study in Health Affairs. An analysis shows that the minimum cost of enrolling in subsidized coverage increased 30 percent and overall enrollment numbers are down by one-third. This outcome suggests that reinsurance programs may show unintended consequences for residents looking for affordable health care coverage.