Misconceptions and myths about the Affordable Care Act (ACA; aka Obamacare) abound. That’s not good, says Ron Pollack, the head of FamiliesUSA, an advocacy group based in Washington, D.C. That’s why Pollack’s group recently put together a list of myths, along with the correct information, about this important law and the changes it will soon bring:
- Myth #1: Starting in 2014, everyone must either have health insurance or pay a penalty—no exceptions.
- Myth # 2: If you’re insured through your employer, Obamacare won’t help you.
- Myth #3: All businesses will be required to provide health insurance to their employees.
- Myth #4: Undocumented immigrants will receive federal aid to buy health insurance.
- Myth #5: My state isn’t setting up its own health exchange, so it’s exempt from Obamacare.
