National Partnership for Women & Families

Affordable Care Act & Open Enrollment

The Affordable Care Act is the law of the land. It’s the greatest advance for women’s health in a generation, and the National Partnership fought hard for its passage.

Millions of Americans are already benefiting from this new law, and soon millions more will finally have access to health insurance. (Open enrollment begins on October 1, 2013!)

This is the promise of health reform realized, and we need to make sure everyone knows about it. Please help raise awareness by reading and sharing these helpful resources.

Learn more about how health care reform is helping women and families across America.

Related Resources

Health Information Technology: The Foundation for Health Reform

Health information technology (health IT) is a foundational component of a more patient-centered, effective and efficient health care system where women and their health care providers have access to the information they need anytime, anywhere. Read More

Why the Affordable Care Act Matters for Women: Health Insurance Coverage for Lower- and Moderate-Income Pregnant Women

Many women of childbearing age will gain access to affordable health insurance for the first time as a result of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Thanks to the ACA, eligibility for Medicaid will be expanded and more affordable health insurance plans will be offered to individuals in state-based health insurance marketplaces. Read More

Frequently Asked Questions: Health Insurance Coverage for Low- and Moderate-Income Pregnant Women

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) expands the Medicaid program, making millions more Americans eligible for coverage. Additionally, in 2014 it will offer premium and cost-sharing assistance to eligible individuals who purchase private insurance in state marketplaces. Read More

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