More carriers are jumping on board to join the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act's exchanges.

Nearly 80 new carriers will participate in PPACA's marketplace this year, increasing the number of participating carriers by 25 percent, federal health officials said this week. In total, 77 new carriers will offer coverage when open enrollment for PPACA begins Nov. 15.

HHS Secretary Sylvia Burwell praised the news saying it's a "real sign" that PPACA is working.

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