What is a potential consequence of not addressing data matching issues during Marketplace applications?

Not addressing data matching issues during Marketplace applications can lead to significant consequences related to the consumer's ability to utilize health coverage and financial assistance. When discrepancies arise in the data provided, it can cause the Marketplace to question the validity of the information.

As a result, consumers may find themselves facing a loss of marketplace coverage and/or financial assistance. If a consumer’s application cannot be resolved due to unaddressed data matching issues, they may not be eligible for the coverage they initially qualified for or may lose eligibility for financial subsidies that reduce their costs. This highlights the importance of ensuring accurate and consistent data submission during the application process to prevent disruptions in coverage and financial support.

The other potential options related to consumer satisfaction and application processing delays, while relevant issues in the context of the Marketplace, do not capture the most direct and severe outcome that can occur from not resolving data matching issues.