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In reply to the discussion: HHS finalizes rule guaranteeing 100 percent funding for new Medicaid beneficiaries [View all]magellan
(13,257 posts)43. Aren't those subsidies in the form of tax credits?
When a self-employed 58-year old typically owes more payroll tax than income tax, how does an annual tax credit help them afford new monthly premiums (currently uninsured)? Will we get an annual refund from the IRS for the subsidy amount?
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HHS finalizes rule guaranteeing 100 percent funding for new Medicaid beneficiaries [View all]
ProSense
Mar 2013
OP
Are you denying that there are millions who will not have access to affordable care
Cal Carpenter
Mar 2013
#15
I'm not yet Medicaid poor, but I'm on the verge. He's helping us all out here.
freshwest
Mar 2013
#26
It benefits those not eligible for Medicaid by getting people help their families can't afford.
freshwest
Mar 2013
#34
And he still does. Many Democratic leaders and voters lives were threatened, as well.
freshwest
Mar 2013
#57
And people you and I know, jwirr. Also the poor and elderly. Obama hasn't forgotten them.
freshwest
Mar 2013
#29
Thanks for this, it still gives hope to those living 'default exchanges' states.
freshwest
Mar 2013
#60