Health Insurance: Happy but Not Perfect

General Satisfaction

• 82% of adults satisfied with their health insurance.
• Older adults: 90% satisfaction.
• Medicare/Medicaid: ~90% satisfaction.

Challenges Faced

• 24% reported denied or delayed coverage in the past two years.
• Younger adults (under 45): Just under a quarter dissatisfied.
• College graduates and independents: Share similar sentiments.

Gender Disparities

• Women six points more likely to report delays or denials.
• Private insurance users slightly more likely to face issues than public insurance users.

Opinions on the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare)

• 46% want to keep it.
• 24% want to repeal it.
• Democrats and younger adults: More likely to support keeping it.
• Republicans and older men: More inclined to repeal it.

Political Trust on Health Insurance Costs

• 57% trust the Democratic Party to handle costs.
• 43% trust the Republican Party.
• Women: Overall trust the Democratic Party more.
• Men: Evenly split.

Conclusion

The survey highlights the complexities of health care in the U.S. While many are satisfied with their coverage, issues like denials and delays add to the ongoing debate. As costs continue to rise, the conversation around health care and affordability is more important than ever.