Comments: HCFANY Comments to HHS on Healthcare.gov Website under PPACA

Posted August 24, 2013 by Amanda

HCFANY congratulates the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for the successful launch of the new, well-designed Healthcare.gov website. HCFANY offers feedback concerning the following five areas: 1. New York State-specific information 2. Consumer assistance programs 3. Language access 4. Consumers with disabilities 5. Commercial Coverage  

HCFANY Comments: Proposed rates for off-Exchange health plans

Posted July 17, 2013 by arianne

HCFANY’s review of the proposed rates for the non-Exchange plans, which were released in May 2013.  We found the average Silver-level plan to be about $500 per month.  These same plans sold on the Exchange will be even more affordable for New Yorkers who qualify for premium tax credits to further lower costs.

Comments: HCFANY Comments on Exchange Health Disparities Report

Posted March 27, 2013 by Amanda

On a report prepared for the New York State Health Benefits Exchange (“New York Exchange”) by the Center for Popular Democracy, HCFANY commends the Exchange for its ongoing examination of many issues in regard to health disparities. HCFANY urges the Exchange to establish a transparent and public process for regular consideration of strategies that will reduce […]

Issue Brief: HCFANY’s 2013 Affordable Care Act Advocacy Agenda

Posted January 30, 2013 by arianne