Frequently-asked questions by tag
I’m self-employed. Can we deduct my husband’s Medicare premiums?
January 17, 2023 – Q. I am self-employed and my husband is on Medicare. I deduct my health care premiums on my income tax. I recently heard that I also can…
Can I deduct my exchange premiums when I file taxes?
January 11, 2023 – Q. I've always had employer-sponsored health insurance, and I believe the premiums were tax deductible. But I left that job earlier this…
Are smokers unable to afford insurance under the ACA?
November 2, 2022 – Q. I've heard that under the ACA, smokers have to pay 50% more for insurance – and that, even if they qualify for a tax credit, the…
If my income changes and my premium subsidy is too big, will I have to repay it?
October 20, 2022 – If a person receives a premium subsidy in the marketplace and then ends up with a total annual income higher than they projected, they may…
If all Silver plans cover the same benefits and percentage of costs, why do premiums vary by carrier?
July 5, 2022 – Q. If all of the Silver plans in an exchange must offer the same benefits, and cover 70 percent of the cost of those benefits, why do…
Who ISN’T eligible for Obamacare’s premium subsidies?
April 16, 2021 – Q. Obamacare advocates frequently talk about how most exchange enrollees qualify for government subsidies. But who is left out? Aren't…