ACA marketplace enrollment down by 3M as of February, new federal data show
fiercehealthcare - New federal data show that 19.2 million individuals were enrolled in Affordable Care Act marketplace plans as of February, down by nearly 3 million from 2025.
AI Summary: New federal data show ACA marketplace enrollment fell by roughly three million people as of February, signaling continuing declines in the individual market. Officials cite affordability, policy and outreach gaps as contributing factors, leaving consumers with narrower plan choices and potential cost pressure. The drop revives debate over measures to stabilize enrollment and access.
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