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Thousands drop health insurance in Mass., and picture is expected to get worse, experts say - The Boston Globe
- Massachusetts Health Connector enrollment dropped about 7 percent, with current enrollment below 350,000.
- A survey found 58% of those who lost coverage are now uninsured.
- Premium increases and subsidy cuts drove many to drop coverage.
- Many younger and poorer residents are more likely to go uninsured.
- Policy changes could worsen coverage as Medicaid work rules take effect next year.
- Some individuals faced unaffordable premiums and high out-of-pocket costs.
- Experts warn premiums may stay high in 2027.
- The debate over subsidies intensified during last year’s U.S. political fight.
- Some families chose plans with fewer benefits to stay insured.
- Noncitizen immigrants with legal status were among those left uninsured.
- Local health experts warn of broader financial impacts from uninsured rates.
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