Insights Column 02.27.2012
Value You Can See
We all want value for the dollar when we make a big purchase. Especially when we buy something expensive, we want to know that we're getting a high-quality product that makes a hit to…
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Insights Column 02.21.2012
Protect Yourself and Your Family: Know Your Job-Based Insurance Rights
As a young adult just entering the workforce I'm lucky that my father's job offered health insurance, and that he was smart enough to take advantage of it and protect himself and his family.…
Insights Column 02.16.2012
The Hidden Holes in Our Health Coverage
On February 9, the Administration announced a final rule under the health care law that requires all health insurance companies to describe the benefits, limitations, and costs of their plans in plain, consistent language.…
Insights Column 02.16.2012
The State of Latino Health Twitter Chat
Cross-posted via the Department of Health and Human Services By, Julia Eisman HHS New Media Communications Director Not all Americans have equal access to health care - or similar health care outcomes. Racial and ethnic…
Insights Column 02.13.2012
The End of Unexplained Insurance Rate Increases in New York
Advocates in New York recently celebrated a huge victory for health care consumers. Their efforts resulted in the public disclosure of insurer filings for all premium rate increases, guaranteeing greater transparency for consumers. New…
Insights Column 02.10.2012
The Silent Epidemic: The Lack of Oral Health Care for Racial and Ethnic Minorities
On February 25, 2007, seventh grader Deamonte Driver died from what many would have considered a simple toothache. Deamonte died because an abscess in his tooth was not treated, and the infection spread to…
Insights Column 02.09.2012
Playing Politics with Women’s Health
Thanks to the Affordable Care Act, come August 1, 2012,many insurance plans will be required to cover contraception as part of women's preventive care - meaning no more co-pays or deductibles. This is welcome news to…
Insights Column 02.07.2012
One Family’s Struggle Against Leukemia and Medical Bills
Amid the many tragic stories of Americans struggling with health care costs, one Alabama family's situation exemplifies the undeniable need for health reform. The Richmond family has a 13-year-old daughter who is battling leukemia at USA…
Fact Sheet 02.01.2012
Emphasizing Preventive Care and Wellness in Medicare
Medicare now provides more preventive and wellness care benefits, thanks to the Affordable Care Act. These benefits mark a milestone in Medicare's efforts to keep beneficiaries healthy, rather than just paying for treatment when…
Insights Column 01.26.2012
Holding Insurance Companies Accountable: The Importance of a Good Appeals Process
By Erinn Ackley - Red Lodge, Montana Inclusion of a fair and expeditious appeals process that holds health insurance plans accountable is a very important component of the Affordable Care Act. In 2006, my…