Affordable Care Act vs Behavioral Economics: A Comparison of Choice

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) incorporates choice architecture principles to influence healthcare decisions, whereas behavioral economics provides a broader framework for understanding human decision-making. This comparison explores the similarities and differences between the two approaches, highlighting their implications for healthcare policy and outcomes. By 2016, the ACA had roughly halved the uninsured share of the population, with estimates ranging from 20 to 24 million additional people covered, as reported by [[cdc|Centers for Disease Control and Prevention]].