AHIP Flags Coverage and Market Stability Risks in Senate Budget Proposal

The American Health Insurance Plans (AHIP) responded to the Senate Finance Committee's budget reconciliation proposal with concerns over its potential impact on Medicaid and the individual insurance market. AHIP warns that the proposal could lead to millions losing Medicaid coverage and facing fewer options, higher premiums, and reduced competition, particularly affecting rural communities. The proposal is noted to maintain protections for Medicare beneficiaries but lacks reforms to Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) that might increase flexibility for employers and workers. AHIP encourages Congress to focus on maintaining stable and affordable health coverage for low-income individuals and working families throughout the budget reconciliation process.