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Advanced Premium Tax Credit

APTC
general
Updated 3/30/2026

Definition

A federal tax credit that helps eligible individuals and families afford health insurance premiums purchased through the Marketplace.

Standard Abbreviation

APTC

Category

general

Database Usage

-- Example column naming
CREATE TABLE claims (
  claim_id VARCHAR(50),
  aptc VARCHAR(100),  -- Advanced Premium Tax Credit
  ...
);

-- Example in SELECT
SELECT 
  claim_id,
  aptc as advanced_premium_tax_credit
FROM claims;

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