10 states with the most uninsured residents

Texas currently has the largest percentage of residents without health insurance, with over 15% being uninsured, according to research from injury lawyers Bader Scott based on data from the U.S. Census Bureau. 

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Uninsured patients can make care more difficult for physicians and their staff members. Here are 10 states with the most uninsured residents, and the percentage of uninsured residents, according to a June 4 press release sent to Becker’s: 

1. Texas: 16.60% 

2. (tie) Georgia: 11.70% 

2. (tie) Oklahoma: 11.70% 

3. Wyoming: 11.50% 

4. Florida: 11.20% 

5. Nevada: 11.10% 

6. Alaska: 11%

7. Mississippi: 10.80%

8. Arizona: 10.30%

9. (tie) North Carolina: 9.30%

9. (tie) Tennessee: 9.30% 

10. South Carolina: 9.10%

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