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Monday, October 12, 2026● Updated 6:00 AM ET
Insurance & ACA

Who is getting the $500 ACA 'refund' checks

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About 950,000 HealthCare.gov enrollees in 30 states are getting checks. People who got premium subsidies or used a state-run exchange don't qualify.

Source: Advisory Board

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