ACA Paper The ACA has evolved significantly since it was initially passed in 2010.

ACA Paper

The ACA has evolved significantly since it was initially passed in 2010. Ongoing evaluation of policies for their effect on public health and health equity is important.

Analyze the value of the basic components of the ACA as it was originally written. (See the National Conference for State Legislators resource in the learning activities and seek out references on your own.) Look beyond the patient care component, and instead analyze the value of the basic components of the ACA as it was originally written. For example, discuss the original triple aim and how it eventually evolved into the quadruple aim. Has the evolution to its current legislative form been beneficial or disadvantageous to public health in America? Consider diverse populations, such as undocumented immigrants, legal immigrants, individuals with employer-sponsored health benefits, and the uninsured.

This 4-5 page paper should follow current APA guidelines and include at least 3 references, one of which must be a source not used in the learning activities of this course.

Learning Objectives:

1. Appraise the crucial components of the Affordable Care Act (ACA).

2. Analyze the limitations of the ACA as it is currently implemented.