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GAO Warns of Fraud Risks in ACA Tax Credits

12/7/2025

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The Government Accountability Office (GAO) reports fraud risks in the Affordable Care Act premium tax credits, noting 18 of 20 subsidy applications in 2025 were accepted.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has 2018-era fraud management protocols that are outdated.
As Congress debates the future of these tax credits, Democrats seek a temporary extension.
Republicans call for reforms, citing the GAO findings as evidence of systemic issues.

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Story summary

The Government Accountability Office (GAO) reports fraud risks in the Affordable Care Act premium tax credits, noting 18 of 20 subsidy applications in 2025 were accepted.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has 2018-era fraud management protocols that are outdated.
As Congress debates the future of these tax credits, Democrats seek a temporary extension.
Republicans call for reforms, citing the GAO findings as evidence of systemic issues.