This blog is part of a weekly series—one that analyzes the political, legal, and social issues and ramifications of King v. Burwell, a lawsuit before the Supreme Court that threatens to undermine the Affordable Care… Read more.
03.05.2015 /
Ron Pollack,
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Insights Blog
The following was originally published on Alliance for Justice's "Justice Watch" blog. On March 4, the Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in King v. Burwell. The plaintiffs in this case are challenging the federal government’s… Read more.
03.02.2015 /
Ben D’Avanzo,
Claire McAndrew,
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Insights Blog
One of the most significant and popular features of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is the new protection that puts an end to insurance company discrimination against people with pre-existing health conditions. This important… Read more.
02.18.2015 /
Ron Pollack,
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Insights Blog
Around the country, health care advocates are developing advocacy agendas to ensure that private health insurance plans meet consumers’ needs. From addressing high costs for consumers to strengthening provider networks to improving prescription drug… Read more.
02.18.2015 /
Cheryl Fish-Parcham,
Claire McAndrew,
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Insights Blog
February is Children’s Dental Health Month—the perfect time to raise awareness about the importance of oral health and the work that remains to ensure that all children have access to high-quality, affordable dental coverage… Read more.
02.12.2015 /
Lydia Mitts,
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Insights Blog
Earlier today, Senators Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Ron Wyden (D-OR), Bob Casey (D-PA) and Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) along with Representatives Gene Green (D-TX) and Frank Pallone (D-NJ) introduced legislation to extend funding for the highly successful Children's… Read more.
02.12.2015 /
Shannon Attanasio,
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Insights Blog
King v. Burwel, is a lawsuit before the Supreme Court that threatens to undermine the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The case challenges the government’s provision of tax credits to help consumers buy health insurance… Read more.
02.11.2015 /
Ron Pollack,
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Insights Blog
With the close of open enrollment only 10 days away, health insurance marketplaces are planning extra events and longer hours to encourage last-minute signups. Yesterday, as part of our open enrollment teleconference series, we heard… Read more.
02.05.2015 /
Talia Schmidt,
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Insights Blog
This blog originally appeared in Health Affairs. On March 4, 2015, the Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in King v. Burwell. That suit was filed by opponents of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) to stop… Read more.
02.05.2015 /
Ron Pollack,
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Insights Blog
The second open enrollment period for buying coverage through the health insurance marketplaces ends on February 15, just as tax season is getting underway. Now is a good time to raise a proposal that… Read more.
02.04.2015 /
Insights Blog
This blog is part of a weekly series—one that analyzes the political, legal, and social issues and ramifications of King v. Burwell, a lawsuit before the Supreme Court that threatens to undermine the Affordable Care… Read more.
02.02.2015 /
Ron Pollack,
/
Insights Blog
Today we kick off a weekly series—one that analyzes the political, legal, and social issues and ramifications of King v Burwell, a lawsuit before the Supreme Court that challenges the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) provision… Read more.
01.29.2015 /
Insights Blog
Health Action 2015 Saturday, January 24 2:00 p.m.—So Long and Farewell We at Families USA have had a blast the past three days. Meeting all of you hard-working advocates has been inspiring and energizing… Read more.
01.24.2015 /
Insights Blog
Health Action 2015 Friday, January 23, 2015 5:30 p.m.—Competing Visions for the Future of Health Care Joseph Antos, Wilson H. Taylor Scholar in Health Care and Retirement Policy, American Enterprise Institute Judy Feder, Professor… Read more.
01.23.2015 /
Insights Blog
Health Action 2015 Thursday, January 22, 2015 5:00 p.m.—Marketplace Enrollment Update Kevin Counihan, Director and Marketplace Chief Executive Officer, Center for Consumer Information and Insurance Oversight, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services William A.… Read more.
01.22.2015 /
Insights Blog
Today, Families USA issues a call to action in support of Health Reform 2.0 – a series of 19 specific proposals to improve health care for everyone in our nation. In the years ahead, we will… Read more.
01.19.2015 /
Ron Pollack,
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Insights Blog
