One sentence summary
The “ObamaCare Survival Guide: The Affordable Care Act and What it Means for You and Your Healthcare” by Nick J. Tate is an extensive guide to understanding the healthcare reforms brought about by the Affordable Care Act.
Book genre
Non-fiction, self-help
Main topic of the book
The main topic of the book is the Affordable Care Act, a healthcare reform initiative passed by President Barack Obama in 2010, and the implications that it has for individuals, families, businesses and the healthcare system overall.
Key ideas
- An Overview of the Affordable Care Act – A comprehensive overview of the various aspects and components of the Affordable Care Act, including the key mandates and regulations of the law.
- Understanding Health Insurance Options – A thorough examination of the various health insurance options available under the Affordable Care Act, including the Marketplace Exchanges, cost-sharing reductions, premium tax credits and other subsidies.
- How Medical professionals and businesses – An explanation of how the Affordable Care Act will affect medical providers, businesses and other healthcare related entities.
- Critical Timelines – An exploration of the various deadlines and timelines associated with the Affordable Care Act, as well as guidance on the penalties associated with missing deadlines.
- On-Going Legal Changes Regarding The Affordable Care Act – An overview of the various legal changes and amendments to the healthcare law since its enactment, as well as advice on how to keep up-to-date with any further changes.
- Navigating the Affordable Care Act – A comprehensive guide to the various steps that individuals and families must take in order to obtain health insurance coverage under the Affordable Care Act.
Main parts of the book and a short summary
- Part I: An Overview of The Affordable Care Act – An introduction to the various aspects and components of the Affordable Care Act, including the major provisions, objectives, and benefits of the law.
- Part II: Understanding Health Insurance Options – A comprehensive examination of the various types of health insurance options available through the Affordable Care Act, including Marketplace Exchanges, cost-sharing reductions, premium tax credits and other subsidies.
- Part III: How Medical Professionals and Businesses Are Affected – An explanation of how the Affordable Care Act will affect medical providers, businesses, and other healthcare related entities, as well as the potential impacts on healthcare costs and accessibility.
- Part IV: Critical Timelines and Penalties – A detailed examination of the various deadlines and timelines associated with the Affordable Care Act, as well as information on the penalties associated with missing different deadlines.
- Part V: On-Going Legal Changes Regarding The Affordable Care Act – An overview of the legal changes and amendments to the healthcare law since its enactment, providing guidance on how to stay informed on any future changes.
- Part VI: Navigating the Affordable Care Act – A comprehensive guide to the various steps that individuals and families must take in order to obtain health insurance coverage under the Affordable Care Act.
Key takeaways
- A clear understanding of the Affordable Care Act, including its major provisions, objectives and benefits.
- A detailed exploration of the various health insurance options available through the Act.
- A comprehensive guide to how the Act affects medical professionals, businesses, and other healthcare related entities.
- Important timelines and penalties associated with the Affordable Care Act.
- An understanding of any ongoing legal changes regarding the Act.
- A comprehensive guide to navigating the Affordable Care Act.
Author’s background and qualifications
Nick J. Tate is a healthcare attorney with more than thirty years of experience in health law. He is a former White House Fellow and Member of the Advisory Committee for the US Department of Health and Human Services. He is the author of previous books on healthcare, including ObamaCare for Business: The Affordable Care Act and What It Means for Your Company.
Target audience
The book is primarily intended for individuals, families, medical providers, businesses and other entities affected by the Affordable Care Act.
Publisher and first publication date
The “ObamaCare Survival Guide: The Affordable Care Act and What It Means for You and Your Healthcare” was first published by St. Martin’s Griffin on October 14, 2014.