Sandra is an insulin dependent diabetic who must frequently choose between prescription drugs and food. The $250 donut hole rebate check was a welcome surprise that made it easier for her to afford the cost of her prescription drugs.
Small businesses who may be eligible for tax credits this year:
109,000
Number of residents who hit the donut hole last year and could be eligible for rebates if they hit the donut hole this year:
8,920
Number of Medicare beneficiaries who will receive free preventive services and other benefits:
104,000
Number of people who purchase private insurance and will not have to worry about lifetime limits being placed on coverage:
350,000
Number of people who purchase private insurance who are protected from rescissions:
Number of young adults who could have quality affordable coverage through their parents:
1,610
Number of employers that have been approved for the early retiree reinsurance program as of August 31:
4
Number of early retirees who could benefit from the reinsurance program:
5,790
Number of new enrollees with Medicaid expansion:
4,484
Amount of Federal Spending Support on Medicaid, 2014-2019 (millions of dollars):
112
