Californians are keeping health insurance — but settling for less coverage to reduce costs

DESPITE THE LOSS of federal subsidies that lowered costs for millions, California’s private health insurance marketplace held nearly steady this enrollment season. In all, 1.9 million Californians renewed their plan or selected one for the first time — a 2.7% drop compared to last year. 

A closer look, however, shows that Californians are making concessions to afford staying insured.