Issue Brief: Exchange Legislation–A Top Priority for New York

Posted February 4, 2011 by Amanda

Under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), New York must create an insurance Exchange—a statewide marketplace for health insurance. New York can also benefit from Federal funding available to States that take action immediately to establish their Exchanges. New York has long been a leader in providing quality affordable coverage to residents. The Exchange offers many […]

Issue Brief: 2011-2012 New York State Executive Budget

Posted February 4, 2011 by Amanda

The following document describes HCFANY’s recommendations for the 2011-2012 Governor’s Executive Budget. This is a preliminary version, which will be updated once the Medicaid Redesign Team announces its recommendations.  

Issue Brief: HCFANY 2011 – 2012 Legislative Agenda

Posted November 16, 2010 by arianne

Issue Brief: New Yorkers Stand Behind Prior Approval

Posted March 18, 2010 by arianne

In an effort to derail the 2010-2011 Executive Budget proposal to reinstate prior approval of health insurance rate increases, and maintain profits, the insurance industry has embarked on a campaign to spread misinformation regarding prior approval. One of the arguments that has been circulated states that consumers in New York—particularly in upstate areas—reject the idea […]