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Single Payer health insurance and worker’s comp

A couple days ago NCCI’s Laura Kersey penned a piece about key legislative trends, one of which was Single-Payer health insurance. Good research work. First, let’s define “single payer”. “Single Payer” – by definition – is government-financed and government-managed health … Continue reading Single Payer health insurance and worker’s comp

Single Payer’s impact on jobs

Reality is, switching to a government-run and administered healthcare system would crush the economy – because millions would lose their jobs. There are 22 million jobs in the US healthcare and related industries (that includes mine, one of our daughters, … Continue reading Single Payer’s impact on jobs

Single Payer is…what?

(We are reprising several posts about Single Payer; Bernie Sanders’ current status as the sorta-front-runner in the Dem race has folks wondering what this is all about) You’re going to hear a lot about Single Payer over the next few … Continue reading Single Payer is…what?

Single Payer – what’s the real scoop?

(this is an update of a post from last year; given all the attention, it’s timely) It’s the worst kind of government over-reach. It’s an easy solution to a huge problem that will cost nothing. And everything in between. Between … Continue reading Single Payer – what’s the real scoop?

The CBO’s Single Payer Report and worker’s comp

The CBO’s 34-page analysis of Single Payer is out, and there are no references to workers’ comp or occupational injuries/illnesses. That doesn’t mean there aren’t plenty of ways Single Payer would affect work comp. Briefly, Single Payer is a very … Continue reading The CBO’s Single Payer Report and worker’s comp

Where single payer works – part 1

I’m reading Uwe Reinhardt’s last book, Priced Out. Reinhardt, a universally respected and admired economist with a strong focus on healthcare, died in late 2017. He left a legacy of curiosity and compassion – and practical results. Reinhardt was instrumental … Continue reading Where single payer works – part 1

Another reason Single Payer is inevitable

Earlier this week President Trump called for the GOP to become “the Party of Great Healthcare.” He wants three Senators to come up with a “terrific, beautiful” healthcare plan. What Trump is actually doing is accelerating the day when Single … Continue reading Another reason Single Payer is inevitable

Why “Single Payer” is inevitable, take 2

Because a) voters want it and b) no one cares about the federal budget deficit or national debt. Seriously, that’s all there is to it. If you want more details, read on! I’ve had numerous email and phone conversations about … Continue reading Why “Single Payer” is inevitable, take 2

BernieCare – No; Single Payer 2.0 – Yes.

I don’t see how BernieCare makes it to the serious consideration stage – much less becomes reality. Not because it isn’t a way better healthcare answer than the mess we have today. It just isn’t do-able. When we do finally … Continue reading BernieCare – No; Single Payer 2.0 – Yes.

Single Payer – time to get real

So, what would the most expensive version of Single Payer cost? Eliminating all deductibles, copays, coinsurance, premiums for Bernie Sanders’ super-duper Rolls Royce plan would run about $32,000 for a family (a gross simplification to be sure). There are 22 … Continue reading Single Payer – time to get real

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Single Payer health insurance and worker’s comp

Single Payer’s impact on jobs

Single Payer is…what?

Single Payer – what’s the real scoop?

The CBO’s Single Payer Report and worker’s comp

Where single payer works – part 1

Another reason Single Payer is inevitable

Why “Single Payer” is inevitable, take 2

BernieCare – No; Single Payer 2.0 – Yes.

Single Payer – time to get real

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