• By admin  |  Sep 15, 2009

    Commentary & Opinion: Where the Healthcare System Falters, Philanthropies Step In

    While healthcare reform has been an on-and-off priority of the United States government for more than four decades, charitable organizations have worked diligently to provide for the unmet needs of many Americans who simply could not wait for change. In recent years, escalating costs exacerbated the long-running problem, but the…more.

  • By admin  |  Aug 19, 2009

    How to Get Free Help with Your Medical Bills

    More than 60% of U.S. bankruptcies are ultimately caused by mounting medical bills. Before a major health issue spirals into a personal financial disaster, consider getting help. Medical companies, hospitals, and nonprofit organizations have programs that can help you cut costs. For instance, drug companies typically offer free or discounted…more.

  • By admin  |  Aug 3, 2009

    Replicating Massachusetts’ Health Reform on a National Level

    Massachusetts’ innovative approach to health care reform, adopted in 2006, has become the focus of substantial national attention as Congress and the Administration in Washington focus intense attention on health reform.  Many federal proposals build on elements that have been implemented in Massachusetts.  Two questions are of interest in this…more.

  • By admin  |  Aug 1, 2009

    Health Plans: Removing Costs Can Spark Prevention

    Healthcare experts say insurers and employers can implement changes to help people from delaying care. Parkinson says healthcare doesn’t target the cost drivers or promote preventive care. To change that, employers and health plans must remove economic barriers (e.g., lowering or removing copays for evidence-based services), and assure that individuals…more.

  • By admin  |  Jul 6, 2009

    Study: Employees to Pay More for Care

    Chelsey Ledue, Contributing Editor WASHINGTON – The 161 million Americans with employer-sponsored health insurance are facing substantial increases in out-of-pocket costs, according to a study funded by the Commonwealth Fund. The study, which appeared on the Health Affairs Web site, was authored by researchers from the National Opinion Research Center…more.

  • By admin  |  Jun 30, 2009

    Coverage – Access: Pharma Must Play Activist Role in Health Reform Efforts

    Private and public sectors can collaborate to achieve meaningful reform   In the midst of this deep and prolonged recession, the Obama Administration has professed its commitment to overhaul the nation’s healthcare system and reduce barriers to care. As millions of Americans face the frightening reality of spiraling out-of-pocket costs,…more.

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