senior research fellow, Center on Health Insurance Reforms, Georgetown University
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Open enrollment for 2027 Affordable Care Act coverage began Sunday in most states, with benchmark silver premiums up 13% on average, 11 insurers exiting at least one state, and new identity checks for shoppers who use a broker. Consumers who rely on an agent are being told to book early.
Insurers are asking for a median 15% increase in 2027 on top of last year's 20% rise. Buyers who earn too much for subsidies are hit hardest.
Open enrollment for 2027 ACA coverage starts Nov. 1 in most states, and shoppers face higher premiums, extra identity checks and fewer brokers. The changes land on early retirees and other older buyers 11 days before the midterms.
