The week in healthcare reform
Our Weekly News Roundup brings you snippets of news and brief commentary on topics related to America’s failing healthcare system, with a special focus on Medicare for All and California.
90% of Americans agree, our healthcare system is failing us
Red and Blue America See Eye-to-eye On One Issue: The Nation’s Health Care System Needs Fixing
USA Today | Jayne O’Donnell | February 7, 2020
72% of businesses want government to regulate hospital prices
Why Employers Are Flirting with the Public Option
Politico | Susannah Luthi | February 8, 2020
Middle Men inflate pharmaceutical costs, harm consumers
Report Finds that Drug Rebates Drive Up Consumer Costs
The Cincinnati Enquirer | Marty Schladen | February 11, 2020
“Prior authorization” doesn’t mean the insurer will cover your bills.
Patients Stuck with Bills After Insurers Don’t Pay as Promised
Kaiser Health News | Lauren Webber | February 7, 2020
There’s a 20% chance of surprise billing, even if you are in-network.
Surprise Surgery Bills Happen Even When Patients Plan Ahead
Reuters | Lisa Rapaport | February 11, 2020
Healthcare system failures threaten Americans’ retirement
Many in U.S. Worry About Affording Healthcare in Retirement
Reuters | Linda Carroll | February 10, 2020
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