While it is not possible to carefully analyze each of the statements of problems and recommendations for solutions contained in the final report of the "Governor's Bipartisan Commission on Health Care Availability & Affordability," this paper will attempt to highlight some of the wisdom contained in the report in assessing problems and to highlight some of the better ideas for solutions. A … [Read more...] about Comments on the Final Report of the Governor’s Bipartisan Commission on Health Care Availability & Affordability
Gearing Up
While the issues for the health care debate in 2002 will be familiar - tax credits for displaced workers, the patients' bill of rights, and a drug benefit for Medicare - the terms of the debate clearly are shifting toward consumer-friendly options. In a "Meet the Press" interview on Sunday, Treasury Secretary Paul O'Neill highlighted the administration's commitment to using tax credits to help … [Read more...] about Gearing Up
Gearing Up
While the issues for the health care debate in 2002 will be familiar - tax credits for displaced workers, the patients' bill of rights, and a drug benefit for Medicare - the terms of the debate clearly are shifting toward consumer-friendly options. In a "Meet the Press" interview on Sunday, Treasury Secretary Paul O'Neill highlighted the administration's commitment to using tax credits to help … [Read more...] about Gearing Up
Seizing the Initiative on Health Reform
One of the more remarkable outcomes of the economic stimulus debate in Congress was seeing Republican leaders hold the high ground with their position on health coverage for displaced workers. This is not familiar territory for them. Conservatives have been on the defensive on health care for years, trying with mixed success to curb the expansion of government-run programs. But this latest debate … [Read more...] about Seizing the Initiative on Health Reform
Seizing the Initiative on Health Reform
One of the more remarkable outcomes of the economic stimulus debate in Congress was seeing Republican leaders hold the high ground with their position on health coverage for displaced workers. This is not familiar territory for them. Conservatives have been on the defensive on health care for years, trying with mixed success to curb the expansion of government-run programs. But this latest … [Read more...] about Seizing the Initiative on Health Reform