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January 29, 2019Public Option, Research, Resources
Medicaid Buy-in: Crossing Healthcare’s Political Divide
Medicaid Buy-in could help bridge the political divide in health care and provide predictability and security. Our polling memo summarizes research and reveals that people support Medicaid Buy-In, which is currently not a politicized issue. As the cost of health care continues to be a driving concern for voters, Medicaid Buy-in could offer an effective solution.
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January 16, 2019Resources, State Efforts
2019 State Outlook: 5 Opportunities for Bipartisan Collaboration
With electing season ending, it’s time to see how newly elected leaders can take action on health care and deliver on their promises to voters. Our new report highlights 5 bipartisan opportunities to improve health care in America, including expanding access to care and lowering costs. The insightful report provides a roadmap for policymakers, health care leaders, and advocates to collaborate on solutions that benefit all Americans.
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November 30, 2018Affordability, Resources, State Efforts
“Surprise” Medical Bills: State Opportunities to Protect Patients
Most people hope that being covered by health insurance will protect them from financial ruin if they are sick or injured. However, people with insurance can receive unexpected “surprise” medical bills after they seek care, even if they were treated at a facility within their network. Read the full brief about surprise medical bills.
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November 29, 2018Public Option, Resources, State Efforts
Medicaid Buy-In: State of Play
As states look for opportunities to control insurance costs, stabilize their insurance markets and provide consumers with more options, Medicaid Buy-in is emerging as a potential solution under consideration in many states. Medicaid Buy-in is generating excitement from both consumer groups and state governments interested in improving health insurance affordability and choice. Fourteen states are in various stages of exploring Medicaid Buy-in, and each state’s approach will likely be designed differently to meet the state’s unique needs.
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November 1, 2018Affordability, News & Updates, Resources
What is “Affordable” Health Care?
“Affordability” of health care is a common concern, but the term is rarely defined. This brief considers the different types of affordability and reviews a range of measures that capture the cost burden for different types of individuals and families. It also identifies key issues policymakers should consider to transform affordability into a policy aim.
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October 31, 2018Affordability, News & Updates, Resources, State Efforts
Prescription Drug Prices: Problems, Solutions, and What States Can Do
The price of prescription drugs has increasingly been a topic of public concern over the last several years. Americans believe that Congress and the President are not doing enough about the problem. This brief identifies drivers of rising prescription drug costs and reviews ways that states can address them.
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October 16, 2018News & Updates, Resources, State Efforts
States Are Ready to Act
On our listening tour, USofCare has been learning from the health care leaders who are advancing state initiatives. We found that the desire for action on health care is strong, bipartisanship is emerging across the country, and states are eager for help and shared learning. We look forward to continuing to work with experts and advocates from across the country to support state solutions.
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September 18, 2018News & Updates, Resources, State Efforts
USofCare – Minnesota Health Care Policy Resource Guide
Minnesota faces important policy issues in both the long-term and immediate future. In our Health Care Policy Resource Guide, we lay out a health care to-do list for Minnesota, addressing immediate needs, 2019 health care priorities, and long-term priorities. We hope it will serve as a resource for current and potential policymakers, both state and federal, to familiarize themselves with the evolving health care landscape in the state.
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August 8, 2018News & Updates, Research, Resources, State Efforts
USofCare Interested Parties Memo – 2019 Potential State Policy Trends
United States of Care has spent the last six months listening and learning from health care leaders in states across the country. We have visited four states and held conversations with more than 20. USofCare continues to work to fill gaps and help states make progress. Based on our outreach, we found several areas we believe state activity will be focused on.