As we move into "Cover the Uninsured Week," one of the most misunderstood numbers in public policy is the U.S. Census Bureau's estimate that 45 million Americans do not have health insurance. And that's a problem. There is widespread political support for action that will reduce the number of uninsured. But first we must understand this population. The uninsured are not … [Read more...] about No Single Solution Will Protect Health of the Uninsured
AHIP Announces One Million HSAs Sold
IN THIS ISSUE: CDHCC Conference in Chicago Roy Ramthun Moves to White House AHIP Announces One Million HSAs Sold WellPoint Acquires Lumenos Segal Company Reports Favorable CD Health Experience Banking Opportunity Cuts Both Ways CDHCC Conference in Chicago I'm writing this week from the CDHCC conference, being held in Chicago this time. I'll report on it more … [Read more...] about AHIP Announces One Million HSAs Sold
No Single Solution Will Protect Health of the Uninsured
As we move into "Cover the Uninsured Week," one of the most misunderstood numbers in public policy is the U.S. Census Bureau's estimate that 45 million Americans do not have health insurance. And that's a problem. There is widespread political support for action that will reduce the number of uninsured. But first we must understand this population. The uninsured are not … [Read more...] about No Single Solution Will Protect Health of the Uninsured
The Strength of Ideas
Next week is Cover the Uninsured Week, with more than 1,000 events scheduled around the country to highlight the need for action. This year, several conferences in Washington hosted by the think tank community will give fresh perspectives on the problem and solutions. First up will be the joint briefing on Capitol Hill hosted by the Galen Institute, the Council for Affordable Health Insurance, and … [Read more...] about The Strength of Ideas
Commonwealth's Latest Thoughts on HSAs
IN THIS ISSUE: If Hospital Competition Won't Come to America Commonwealth's Latest Thoughts on HSAs CRS Also Has Some Thoughts on HSAs If Hospital Competition Won't Come to America This Sunday, 60 Minutes featured a story on "medical tourism," particularly Americans going to India and Thailand for surgical services, including hip replacements, … [Read more...] about Commonwealth's Latest Thoughts on HSAs
Commonwealth’s Latest Thoughts on HSAs
IN THIS ISSUE: If Hospital Competition Won't Come to America Commonwealth's Latest Thoughts on HSAs CRS Also Has Some Thoughts on HSAs If Hospital Competition Won't Come to America This Sunday, 60 Minutes featured a story on "medical tourism," particularly Americans going to India and Thailand for surgical services, including hip replacements, … [Read more...] about Commonwealth’s Latest Thoughts on HSAs
The Real Deal
Newspapers have been filled with articles about the crisis that General Motors is facing with its health costs. Executives say the $5.6 billion that the company will spend this year on health benefits adds $1,500 to the cost of each GM car and is a major factor in its $1.1 billion first quarter loss. Columnist Matt Miller argues in Fortune magazine that GM's competitors in other countries aren't … [Read more...] about The Real Deal
Hospitals Waking up to Consumer Driven Health
IN THIS ISSUE: Would You Rather Pay $1,560 or $50 Per Visit? Need for "Clinically Integrated" Hospital Bills Touted Hospitals Waking up to Consumer Driven Health Not-for-Profit Hospital Lawsuits Find Tough Sledding Concierge Medicine Works for Low-Income Workers New Health Clinic Opens in California Drug Store Company Offers Improved Tools for Decision Making … [Read more...] about Hospitals Waking up to Consumer Driven Health