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Showing Original Post only (View all)Just got my ACA premium notice for next year [View all]
and, I guess it doesn't matter what the Supreme Court does now, because I can't afford the increase.
My premium went from $27.55/month to $101.67/month.
On a fixed income, I simply cannot afford that. My widow benefits from SS are going up 1.7% and ACA is going up like a rocket.
So, I guess I go back to 30 yrs. with a chronic disease and uninsured.
At least I don't have to wait for the Repbulicans to fuck me over. Humana did it for them.
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OP doesn't seem to want to respond to that kind of very reasonable question.
stevenleser
Nov 2014
#31
Please read through this........nowhere does it say they can't increase the premium
Glitterati
Nov 2014
#382
I don't need your permission to comment. When you post an OP you are soliciting comments.
stevenleser
Nov 2014
#69
It's completely misleading.And by your own admission you don't know the facts of your situation yet.
stevenleser
Nov 2014
#81
Facts. You keep using that word. I don't think it means what you think it means.
stevenleser
Nov 2014
#107
No, by your own admission the exchange isn't open yet. Thus. you don't know the facts of your
stevenleser
Nov 2014
#121
The unsubsidized premium is the amount above that is $577.67, the box below clearly states that it
TheKentuckian
Nov 2014
#396
No I don't I HAVE been on this...she HASN'T applied for subsidy yet...AND
VanillaRhapsody
Nov 2014
#398
You being on an exchange plan nor levels changes the poster's premium in 2015 nor their 2014 credit
TheKentuckian
Nov 2014
#576
The real entitled Takers point of view exactly. Self and money are paramount, sickly justifiable.
appalachiablue
Nov 2014
#418
and what is her subsidy...what state is she in....has she applied for the subsidy for this year yet
VanillaRhapsody
Nov 2014
#408
Yes, it does and clearly states it. The unsubsidized premium is the $577.67, the box below is the
TheKentuckian
Nov 2014
#407
Are you debating the arithmetic, the 2015 rate or the 2014 credit amount? If it is none of those
TheKentuckian
Nov 2014
#573
The unsubsidized premium is almost $600. Where the poster is off (though much closer than you) is
TheKentuckian
Nov 2014
#421
I'm not trying to be a dick but I don't get how that changes the facts of the costs.
TheKentuckian
Nov 2014
#513
No, that does not follow logically. Are you debating the 2015 premium, the 2014 credit, or the math?
TheKentuckian
Nov 2014
#574
NO this is bullshit....I HAVE been on Obamacares...and THIS paper DOESN'T disclose her
VanillaRhapsody
Nov 2014
#306
Many cant afford $100 a month, but I get the impression that she was blaming Obama
randys1
Nov 2014
#475
We should not beat up on poor people on DU, and all too many are doing it in this thread.
Yo_Mama
Nov 2014
#520
I hope I get my letter soon, as the Marketplace website doesn't show my previous plan anymore.
moriah
Nov 2014
#372
Yep, I am a person who wants to debate based on all the facts. That's my personality. nt
stevenleser
Nov 2014
#604
Just received a letter telling me mine is going up $105. Will see what will happen here.
glinda
Nov 2014
#152
No she is dishonest....this form doesn't include her subsidy....because she hasn't applied for it
VanillaRhapsody
Nov 2014
#319
because its estimates.....sheesh....because open enrollment is just around the corner...
VanillaRhapsody
Nov 2014
#406
I'd much more believe the Republcians were scheming to fuck with people's heads...
moriah
Nov 2014
#410
So again, no one can ever have anything bad to say about Obamacare and it be accurate.
moriah
Nov 2014
#425
The OP isn't the only one experiencing these increases. But then we pointed out the loopholes
sabrina 1
Nov 2014
#665
Why do you ignore the box immediately above that clearly states the premium before credits is $577?
TheKentuckian
Nov 2014
#453
I'm sick and tired of reading your rude, dismissive, accusitory responses. Do you have
Ed Suspicious
Nov 2014
#543
so you're saying that if Obamacare goes away, then only the insurance companies will lose
CreekDog
Nov 2014
#411
I meant that I didn't know what your problem with my response was. Wasn't that obvious?
drm604
Nov 2014
#21
She even admits she was uninsured before ACA, ACA got her monthly costs down from $500
randys1
Nov 2014
#438
You didn't offer anything constructive either....you are passing false information...
VanillaRhapsody
Nov 2014
#336
It's obvious you weren't looking for help from the tone of your responses in this thread.
Tarheel_Dem
Nov 2014
#505
Nah, you just managed to insert "all hail the mighty Obama" into nearly every subsequent...
Hekate
Nov 2014
#329
Yeah, calling them dishonest and implying they are illiterate unable to read what is clearly stated
TheKentuckian
Nov 2014
#470
Yep, I mean in the worst case scenario THANKS TO OBAMA she pays ONE FIFTH of what it
randys1
Nov 2014
#444
Yeah, I figured you are blaming Obama that cutting the cost to ONE FIFTH wasnt enough
randys1
Nov 2014
#479
OP didn't say ACA was going up. OP said it doesn't matter what the Supreme Court does
magical thyme
Nov 2014
#23
and its baloney....she hasn't yet applied for the subsidy....its not open yet...
VanillaRhapsody
Nov 2014
#328
That's too bad. Nationwide Kaiser Foundation is predicting a slight decrease . . . . . .
Hoyt
Nov 2014
#13
It was predicted in MN that the increase was around %14 but mine is well over 35%.
glinda
Nov 2014
#154
Wow. So sorry. But no surprise. Privatized healthcare and healthcare insurance must die. nt
Zorra
Nov 2014
#25
The exchange opens on Friday. Hopefully you will find a plan you can afford there after
Zorra
Nov 2014
#82
One of the things that's so great about the exchange is that you are not tied to that company
stevenleser
Nov 2014
#28
I think that person understands just fine. Until the exchange opens, your position is not clear.
stevenleser
Nov 2014
#65
DU'ers have always been pretty demanding in terms of wanting to know the complete facts of a
stevenleser
Nov 2014
#78
Yes, that is exactly what you are demanding. And you condemn anyone who doesnt do it. nt
stevenleser
Nov 2014
#108
Everytime I refresh your OP, more people are pointing out exactly what I said to you. nt
stevenleser
Nov 2014
#145
seems to me you might be assuming that there will be offerings that will be LOWER rates, rather than
2banon
Nov 2014
#101
No, exactly the opposite. I'm assuming nothing. The OP is assuming their position is hopeless. nt
stevenleser
Nov 2014
#105
Real Life Notification and EXPERIENCE has a bit more weight than obtuse denial.
2banon
Nov 2014
#133
Here's another article, not the one I originally read, but some of the same info.
Fla Dem
Nov 2014
#52
No, no, no...insurance companies have to charge everyone in an age bracket the same amount
CreekDog
Nov 2014
#431
This is Open Enrollment time. Go to the exchange and find another provider. That's what it's for.
Hekate
Nov 2014
#50
So you've given up in despair in advance of the actual open enrollment. Got it. Best of luck to you.
Hekate
Nov 2014
#59
that's my understanding also...and i understand the fear and panic too
noiretextatique
Nov 2014
#198
but it wont stop me from pointing out to every one else your misdeeds and falsehoods....
VanillaRhapsody
Nov 2014
#559
Oh no they wont....not in this case. I have first hand experience with this topic!
VanillaRhapsody
Nov 2014
#562
That is the estimated increase in her share though, which is the bottom line for the OP.
TheKentuckian
Nov 2014
#487
You don't have Medicare? If you have SS, don't you have Medicare? Something is missing here.
shraby
Nov 2014
#73
What do you pay for part b, part D and do you have a supplemental for deductibles?
randys1
Nov 2014
#454
Welll, I'm happy to scan the letter I got this morning for anyone who chooses to disbelieve
Glitterati
Nov 2014
#104
she's getting a thrashing for what she said about the law, including getting key facts wrong
CreekDog
Nov 2014
#440
So you don't qualify for Medicaid or Medicare I assume. I would see what other alternatives there
still_one
Nov 2014
#102
Truly mazes me how many people here think changing insurance plans every year is a good idea.
NCTraveler
Nov 2014
#140
It is absolutely asinine. How many uneducated and lower IQ citizens are swimming in it right now?
Ed Suspicious
Nov 2014
#551
"It's one of the great things about the ACA!!! Those countries with UHC don't know how bad they hav
Doctor_J
Nov 2014
#618
Do you not qualify for a subsidy? Are you in a Red state? That isn't the fault of the ACA. n/t
pnwmom
Nov 2014
#179
If you can't afford $100 now, how will you afford the Medicare supplement you will need in a couple
pnwmom
Nov 2014
#192
She is 62 and has a chronic illness. The cost could have been in the thousands before the ACA.
pnwmom
Nov 2014
#276
There is a way for Medicare to help you pay, if your income is below a certain amount
SoCalDem
Nov 2014
#180
Medicare part b costs about 100 dollars a month. What if you can't afford that?
still_one
Nov 2014
#185
i know, you mentioned that. What do others do in that situation? You are in an
still_one
Nov 2014
#229
That is what I was trying to point out for those who are under Medicare it isnt
still_one
Nov 2014
#235
There is also the supplemental which covers what part B doesn't, so that can add to the costs of the
still_one
Nov 2014
#373
Don't hedge, tell me what you really think about Kaiser? Only kidding. I know people who have both
still_one
Nov 2014
#636
Many may not realize that Medicare part B is about 100 dollars a month. I don't know
still_one
Nov 2014
#181
That's funny. You should read the OP you wrote. Or maybe someone wrote it for you,
pnwmom
Nov 2014
#260
I would think the President, himself, would be disgusted with some of the comments here.
KMOD
Nov 2014
#245
she is not complaining...she is afraid she cannot get an affordable policy
noiretextatique
Nov 2014
#216
Many people are advising to get another plan if the cost goes up - isn't this a huge hassle?
daredtowork
Nov 2014
#241
No. My son had to switch last year, and one of the factors he paid attention to
pnwmom
Nov 2014
#250
I know some regions have fewer choices than others, and I hope they're right that more insurers
pnwmom
Nov 2014
#265
Yes -- and it's always been possible. Everyone who's ever lost insurance from an employer
pnwmom
Nov 2014
#386
Humana is informing their clients in a timely manner that they are making changes. "Timely" meaning
Hekate
Nov 2014
#388
The attacks in this thread on someone that can't afford decent healthcare are disgusting.
LexVegas
Nov 2014
#269
Everyone who disagrees with OP is labeled "Meaghan McCain" now, like a broken record. nt
stevenleser
Nov 2014
#621
Those uncaring comments are spoken out of ignorance. When the ACA first became a reality and some
still_one
Nov 2014
#385
Question: the op was getting assistance, will the assistance $$ go up to cover the increase in cost?
peacebird
Nov 2014
#369
Please update when you find out, ok? I would hope the assistance covers the increase premium
peacebird
Nov 2014
#379
Your income level must have changed, while I want your premium to be ZERO, $101 is still HUNDREDS
randys1
Nov 2014
#417
Wait a minute - I have the ACA and I do get a discount. A couple of months ago they contacted me
jillan
Nov 2014
#447
If I were you, I'd call them. I called them when I got my notice about proving income & they were
jillan
Nov 2014
#457
The ACA is built on lies. It is a fraud. Gullible supporters still demand lockstep praise and
Skip Intro
Nov 2014
#492
I agree. My husband adds me to his plan for $450/mo so anything less
Laura PourMeADrink
Nov 2014
#577
I remember the days of my mother, struggling to pay my doctor's bills, until....
moriah
Nov 2014
#625
You probably wouldn't kill to be on a widow's benefit with chronic health problems too.
moriah
Nov 2014
#615
I have been here since 2001. There was a VERY significant change in this site around 2008.
DrDan
Nov 2014
#585
The one thing that has not changed is that DUers are demanding in terms of complete facts
stevenleser
Nov 2014
#606
Nope. It is what I have been saying since my first response to you. Nice try though.
stevenleser
Nov 2014
#610
Yes, it would have. That or acknowledgement that they did not have all the facts.
stevenleser
Nov 2014
#655
Oh we cared. We also knew there was a good chance OP was wrong. And we definitely knew...
stevenleser
Nov 2014
#661
Make sure you are getting your subsidy. And ...it's Open Season. Try another plan. nt
kelliekat44
Nov 2014
#650
Yep. OP and those who defended OP should apologize for this display, but I'm not holding my breath
stevenleser
Nov 2014
#662
I saw it . . . and see no need to apologize to those who offered blatant insults - I also see no
DrDan
Nov 2014
#672
Steven, this "display" as you call it showed some of you up for being heartless and rude
madfloridian
Nov 2014
#674
yep - I have been here since 2001 and have not witnessed the visciousness and lack of compassion as
DrDan
Nov 2014
#669
Mine went up 20 percent. Luckily, I went back to the ACA site, put my numbers back in,
ScreamingMeemie
Nov 2014
#673