Montz Quoted in Behavioral Health Business on Coverage Implications Under ACA Marketplace Shifts

Manatt Health Managing Director was quoted in Behavioral Health Business on how changes to the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace could impact coverage for health care consumers, especially those seeking behavioral health services.

In the article, Montz noted that if Congress fails to extend the enhanced premium tax credits, fewer people will be covered by insurance since premiums will likely rise. This will particularly affect populations disproportionately at risk like low-income, young adults, near-retirement adults and rural populations, she added. “Quality, affordable, accessible health care at every stage and every circumstance of life is essential for a healthy and productive population,” she said. “Policies that reduce coverage, like not extending the ACA enhanced tax credits or limiting Medicaid eligibility, leave millions of Americans without any insurance coverage options and, consequently, with limited availability to seek the health care services they need when they need it.”

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