Health Disparities and the Affordable Care Act
Not all Americans have equal access to health care—or similar health care outcomes. The site points out that low-income Americans, racial and ethnic minorities, and other underserved populations often have higher rates of disease, fewer treatment options, and reduced access to care. They are also less likely to have health insurance than the population as a whole. So it makes sense that by improving access to quality health care for all Americans, the Affordable Care Act can help reduce these health disparities. The new law will bring down health care costs, invest in prevention and wellness, and give individuals and families more control over their own care.
The Affordable Care Act will help reduce disparities by making improvements in:
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