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Publication: New Yorkers Speak Out for Health Reform
Posted June 6, 2008 by Amanda
On May 28, 2008, over 200 citizens, elected representatives, and activists gathered in the “Well” of the Legislative Office Building in Albany to hold a People’s Public Hearing on Health Care Reform. Here are their stories.
Issue Brief: Will Federal Reform Work for NY’s Families?
Posted April 6, 2008 by Amanda
Affordable health coverage is critical to the success of a merged federal health reform bill that includes a requirement for all people to purchase insurance. Establishing more affordable subsidies, lowering out-of-pocket caps for individuals and families, and preserving the existing Child Health Plus program would ensure that New York’s families benefit from federal health reform.
Issue Brief: Reform the Hospital Indigent Care Pool
Posted February 6, 2008 by Amanda
New York’s hospitals provide an important safety net uninsured and underinsured New Yorkers. In 1983, the State legislature created the Hospital Bad Debt and Charity Care (BDCC) pool (or the Hospital Indigent Care Pool) to help hospitals cover the costs of providing this care. Each year, New York’s hospitals receive $847 million in BDCC funds. But due to complicated […]