New Delhi, March 19 -- A new survey shows a sharp rise in healthcare costs for Americans enrolled in Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace plans following the expiration of enhanced premium tax credits.

And, nearly one in 10 Americans enrolled in ACA plans last year have dropped their coverage in 2026, according to the new survey by AFF, highlighting the growing impact of rising healthcare costs.

About 51% of returning enrollees said their healthcare costs are "a lot higher" this year compared to 2025, including four in 10 who reported significantly higher premiums. Overall, 80% of respondents said their healthcare expenses-covering premiums, deductibles, co-pays, and coinsurance-have increased.

The findings come after the expiration o...