04/27/2026
More than half a million Georgians have dropped ACA coverage since premium hikes took effect — a loss that could hit rural hospitals hardest as uninsured patients delay care, show up sicker, and rely more heavily on already strained emergency services.
More than half a million Georgians have dropped health insurance coverage amid stiff premium price hikes for federally subsidized Affordable Care Act plans, according to data obtained by The Current GA and the Georgia Recorder.