Health Care Funding

The ongoing standoff between Congressional Democrats and Republicans could have major implications for Alabama getting their healthcare through the Affordable Care Act, known as Obamacare. The website Healthcare.org says roughly a half million residents of the state get coverage through the ACA. Alabama’s Department of Insurance estimates the coming rate hikes could reach as high as 25%

The federal government says 12 health centers in Alabama will receive nearly $3.5 million in funding to help expand primary care services.Health and Human…