Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) 

The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, also known as the Affordable Care Act (ACA) or “Obamacare,” is a major healthcare law that was passed in March 2010. The main goal of this law is to help more people get health insurance, especially those who couldn’t afford it before. It also focuses on making healthcare more affordable and improving the quality of care people receive.

The ACA allows more Americans to have access to health insurance by offering financial help, expanding Medicaid in some states, and creating online marketplaces where people can compare and buy insurance plans. Additionally, it requires insurance companies to cover people with pre-existing conditions and offer essential health benefits, such as preventive care, without extra costs. Overall, the ACA aims to make healthcare more accessible, fair, and affordable for everyone in the United States.