Conclusion
The implementation of the ACA led to a drop in the number of uninsured that was far larger than would be expected based on economic and demographic trends. States that experienced the largest drops were those that expanded Medicaid eligibility under the ACA; however, large coverage gaps remain in states that have not expanded Medicaid.
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