The Center for Healthcare Research & Transformation (CHRT) today released a report tracking trends in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) funding. From March 2010 when the ACA became law through the most recent fiscal year ending in September 2013, nearly $15.1 billion in grants was awarded in the United States and District of Columbia. Michigan received $305.4 million in awards, ranking 16th in the U.S. behind the lower population states of Colorado, Kentucky, and Oregon, states that established their own health insurance exchanges.
The issue brief, “Affordable Care Act Funding: An Analysis of Grant Programs under Health Care Reform — FY2010–FY2013,” examines grant programs funded by the ACA, shows how funds have been distributed to states and local organizations, and notes the effects of budget sequestration on future ACA funding.Continue Reading Michigan Awarded $305 Million in Federal Funds under the Affordable Care Act