www.healthcare.gov/
The new Health Insurance Marketplace helps uninsured people find health coverage.
9/30/13
PERRspectives: Better Dead and Red: How the GOP Blocked Health Care for Red State Americans
PERRspectives: Better Dead and Red: How the GOP Blocked Health Care for Red State Americans
"Study after study has long shown that health care is worst in precisely those states where Republicans poll best. But in their zeal to discredit a president they loathe, GOP leaders across the nation passed up an historic opportunity to bring health insurance, greater financial security and higher standards of living to millions of their own constituents. When they didn't outright deny coverage to red state residents, Republicans did their damnedest to prevent their voters from even learning about their options under the ACA. And what "information" about Obamacare the GOP's best and brightest regurgitated simply wasn't true."
"Study after study has long shown that health care is worst in precisely those states where Republicans poll best. But in their zeal to discredit a president they loathe, GOP leaders across the nation passed up an historic opportunity to bring health insurance, greater financial security and higher standards of living to millions of their own constituents. When they didn't outright deny coverage to red state residents, Republicans did their damnedest to prevent their voters from even learning about their options under the ACA. And what "information" about Obamacare the GOP's best and brightest regurgitated simply wasn't true."
9/29/13
Ted Cruz Lie Exposed By Student He Used To Vilify Obamacare (VIDEO)
www.addictinginfo.org/2013/09/29/ted-cruz-lie-exposed-by-student-he-used-to-vilify-obamacare-video/
"It is no surprise that Ted Cruz got caught in yet another lie. What is surprising is how sloppy and irresponsible it was."
"It is no surprise that Ted Cruz got caught in yet another lie. What is surprising is how sloppy and irresponsible it was."
Dear Congress – Stop This Manufactured Crisis | Common Dreams
Dear Congress – Stop This Manufactured Crisis | Common Dreams
"Protect Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security
"Protect Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security
We urge you to oppose any cuts in Social Security, Medicaid, or Medicare benefits, including the shifting of health care costs to beneficiaries. We should be improving Social Security, Medicaid, and Medicare by expanding benefits, not cutting them, because working people need more economic security, not less."
The National Memo » Republicans Are Terrified That Obamacare Will Succeed
The National Memo » Republicans Are Terrified That Obamacare Will Succeed
"the Koch brothers, like most conservatives, want Obamacare to fail. They are not concerned that the new health care law, which would extend insurance to the vast majority for the first time in history, is a “government takeover” of medicine or a “jobs-killer” or a ruinous new entitlement. None of that is true. (See factcheck.org or PolitiFact.com for actual facts about Obamacare.) Nope, the real concern of most conservatives is that Obamacare will work, proving popular over the long run."
"the Koch brothers, like most conservatives, want Obamacare to fail. They are not concerned that the new health care law, which would extend insurance to the vast majority for the first time in history, is a “government takeover” of medicine or a “jobs-killer” or a ruinous new entitlement. None of that is true. (See factcheck.org or PolitiFact.com for actual facts about Obamacare.) Nope, the real concern of most conservatives is that Obamacare will work, proving popular over the long run."
9/28/13
Tea Party Lawmaker Letter on Med Device Tax Repeal Authored by Lobby Group | The Nation
Tea Party Lawmaker Letter on Med Device Tax Repeal Authored by Lobby Group | The Nation
"In fact, medical device lobbyists have been close to Congress all week leading up to the vote today."
"In fact, medical device lobbyists have been close to Congress all week leading up to the vote today."
Fox And Friends Do Not Understand Obamacare
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Debunking the Propaganda Campaign to Kill Obamacare | Alternet
Debunking the Propaganda Campaign to Kill Obamacare | Alternet
"You can bet the figure that will stay in recipients’ minds is the prospect of $2,672 in savings, compared to current costs. Most people will ignore the anti-Obamacare noise and see just what they can get for $222 less a month."
"You can bet the figure that will stay in recipients’ minds is the prospect of $2,672 in savings, compared to current costs. Most people will ignore the anti-Obamacare noise and see just what they can get for $222 less a month."
9/27/13
Correcting Five Myths About Medicaid — Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
Correcting Five Myths About Medicaid — Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
"Some claim that Medicaid is an inefficient program whose costs are growing out of control. That’s a myth. Medicaid’s per-beneficiary costs are lower than for private insurance, and its costs have been growing more slowly than employer coverage."
"Some claim that Medicaid is an inefficient program whose costs are growing out of control. That’s a myth. Medicaid’s per-beneficiary costs are lower than for private insurance, and its costs have been growing more slowly than employer coverage."
Missouri GOP Senator Breaks From His Party, Encourages People To Sign Up For Obamacare Next Week
Missouri GOP Senator Breaks From His Party, Encourages People To Sign Up For Obamacare Next Week: Unlike the the rest of the Republicans in his state, Sen. Roy Blunt (R-MO) is telling his constituents to enroll in the law's new plans.
9/26/13
GOP Fears American Appreciation Of Obamacare
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President Obama Defends Obamacare
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Pinheads And White House Correspondents
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Obama Calls Out GOP Healthcare Lies
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Why You're a Lot Better Off with Obamacare Than You Might Think | Alternet
Why You're a Lot Better Off with Obamacare Than You Might Think | Alternet
"Consider the following two examples from the Health Insurance Marketplace Premiums for 2014 issue brief released Wednesday by the White House and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. In 36 mostly red states, HHS will be enrolling people via online applications at healthcare.gov because local Republicans have refused to set up state-run exchanges. For these states and their largest cities, HHS listed premiums and subsidies called a tax credit. The credits go directly to insurers monthly; they are not refunded in a lump sum after filing one’s yearly taxes."
"Consider the following two examples from the Health Insurance Marketplace Premiums for 2014 issue brief released Wednesday by the White House and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. In 36 mostly red states, HHS will be enrolling people via online applications at healthcare.gov because local Republicans have refused to set up state-run exchanges. For these states and their largest cities, HHS listed premiums and subsidies called a tax credit. The credits go directly to insurers monthly; they are not refunded in a lump sum after filing one’s yearly taxes."
9/25/13
Clearing Out The Message On Obamacare
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The Official Health Plan Marketplace For New York State
www.nystateofhealth.ny.gov/
NY State of Health is an organized marketplace designed to help people shop for and enroll in health insurance coverage. Individuals, families and small businesses will be able to use the Marketplace to help them compare insurance options, calculate costs and select coverage online, in-person, over the phone or by mail. The Marketplace will help people to check their eligibility for health care programs like Medicaid and sign up for these programs if they are eligible. The Marketplace will also be able to tell what type of financial assistance is available to applicants to help them afford health insurance purchased through the Marketplace. Insurance coverage can be purchased through NY State of Health beginning in October 1, 2013 and can be effective starting January 1, 2014.
NY State of Health is an organized marketplace designed to help people shop for and enroll in health insurance coverage. Individuals, families and small businesses will be able to use the Marketplace to help them compare insurance options, calculate costs and select coverage online, in-person, over the phone or by mail. The Marketplace will help people to check their eligibility for health care programs like Medicaid and sign up for these programs if they are eligible. The Marketplace will also be able to tell what type of financial assistance is available to applicants to help them afford health insurance purchased through the Marketplace. Insurance coverage can be purchased through NY State of Health beginning in October 1, 2013 and can be effective starting January 1, 2014.
Vermont Health Connect
www.healthconnect.vermont.gov/
A new way for Vermonters to find health coverage that fits their needs and budget. Vermont Health Connect is a marketplace where individuals, families and small businesses can make side-by-side comparisons of private health plans and find financial help to pay for care. Vermont Health Connect is also for individuals and families in Vermont to find out about and enroll in public health coverage.
A new way for Vermonters to find health coverage that fits their needs and budget. Vermont Health Connect is a marketplace where individuals, families and small businesses can make side-by-side comparisons of private health plans and find financial help to pay for care. Vermont Health Connect is also for individuals and families in Vermont to find out about and enroll in public health coverage.
Maryland Health Connection
www.marylandhealthconnection.gov/
Maryland Health Connection is Maryland’s new health insurance marketplace opening October 2013.
Maryland Health Connection is Maryland’s new health insurance marketplace opening October 2013.
Hawaiʻi Health Connector
www.hawaiihealthconnector.com/
The Hawaiʻi Health Connector (the Connector) is an online health insurance marketplace, created to help individuals and small businesses take advantage of the health insurance choices available to them.
The Hawaiʻi Health Connector (the Connector) is an online health insurance marketplace, created to help individuals and small businesses take advantage of the health insurance choices available to them.
Nevada Health Link - Connecting you to health insurance
www.info.nevadahealthlink.com/
Nevada Health Link was created by the State of Nevada to help individuals and small businesses easily shop for, compare and buy health insurance. In October 2013, this website will become an online marketplace where you can enroll in an income-based health insurance plan. You'll be able to make side-by-side comparisons of plans from different insurance companies, so you can pick the plan that's right for your needs. If you have questions, the Nevada Health Link team is here to help, by phone, online and in-person.
Nevada Health Link was created by the State of Nevada to help individuals and small businesses easily shop for, compare and buy health insurance. In October 2013, this website will become an online marketplace where you can enroll in an income-based health insurance plan. You'll be able to make side-by-side comparisons of plans from different insurance companies, so you can pick the plan that's right for your needs. If you have questions, the Nevada Health Link team is here to help, by phone, online and in-person.
HealthSource RI
www.healthsourceri.com/
As of October 1, 2013, you can use HealthSource RI to compare plans and buy affordable health insurance. Sign up now to receive a notification.
As of October 1, 2013, you can use HealthSource RI to compare plans and buy affordable health insurance. Sign up now to receive a notification.
DC Health Benefit Exchange Authority
www.hbx.dc.gov/
The health care exchange program will enable individuals and small employers to find affordable and easier-to-understand health insurance and assist small employers in purchasing qualified health benefit plans for their employees. The exchange will facilitate the purchase of qualified health plans and assist individuals and groups to access programs, premium assistance tax credits and cost-sharing reductions.
The health care exchange program will enable individuals and small employers to find affordable and easier-to-understand health insurance and assist small employers in purchasing qualified health benefit plans for their employees. The exchange will facilitate the purchase of qualified health plans and assist individuals and groups to access programs, premium assistance tax credits and cost-sharing reductions.
Ball On Conservatives Opposing Obamacare
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Final Word On Obamacare Coverage: Cheaper Than Expected
www.talkingpointsmemo.com/dc/final-word-on-obamacare-coverage-cheaper-than-expected
"On average, people will have a choice of 56 different insurance plans -- depending on which state you live in, though, that figure could range from seven (in Alabama) to 106 (in Arizona). The average number of insurers in a state is eight, though that again ranges from one to 13 in different states.
"On average, people will have a choice of 56 different insurance plans -- depending on which state you live in, though, that figure could range from seven (in Alabama) to 106 (in Arizona). The average number of insurers in a state is eight, though that again ranges from one to 13 in different states.
As for premiums, before tax credits kick in, they will average 16 percent below the Congressional Budget Office's original estimates for a silver-level plan (which covers 70 percent of costs). The number of insurers in a state is directly tied to how low premiums will be, Lambrew noted. Arizona, with an average of 106 plans to choose from, had the second-lowest average premiums for a 27-year-old adult: $166 a month. Wyoming, with an average of 16 plans, had the highest average premium at $342 a month.
But then the tax credits take effect. Those knock the premium for that 27-year-old, projected to earn $25,000, down to $145 in most states. For a family of four making $50,000, the credits take the premium price down from more than $1,000 in some states to $282."
New Report: For 95% Of Americans, Obamacare Will Cost Much Less Than Expected
New Report: For 95% Of Americans, Obamacare Will Cost Much Less Than Expected: When uninsured Americans begin enrolling in Obamacare's new health care exchanges on Oct. 1, the overwhelming majority -- 95 percent -- will face health care premiums that are 16 percent lower, on average, than the government had previously projected
DC Republicans in Full Panic Mode: Obamacare Will Be Hugely Popular and There's Little the GOP Can Do to Stop It | Alternet
DC Republicans in Full Panic Mode: Obamacare Will Be Hugely Popular and There's Little the GOP Can Do to Stop It | Alternet
"Thus, their posturing, such as Texas Sen. Ted Cruz’s latest bill for complete defunding and his Tuesday filibuster, needs to be seen as the old clichĂ© it is: a desperate measure for their desperate time.
"Thus, their posturing, such as Texas Sen. Ted Cruz’s latest bill for complete defunding and his Tuesday filibuster, needs to be seen as the old clichĂ© it is: a desperate measure for their desperate time.
What’s scaring Republicans is that the president’s most significant domestic initiative is about to hit prime time. Starting October 1, it is poised to start delivering on its central promise, which is giving millions of Americans more and cheaper choices to buy health insurance."
9/24/13
New Health Care Exchange: Covered Oregon
www.coveroregon.com/
An innovative marketplace is coming for Oregonians to compare and enroll in health insurance. With Cover Oregon™, you’ll have more choices, more control and more access to health coverage than ever before. It includes coverage from both public medical programs and private insurers. Enrollment begins this October with coverage starting in January 2014.
An innovative marketplace is coming for Oregonians to compare and enroll in health insurance. With Cover Oregon™, you’ll have more choices, more control and more access to health coverage than ever before. It includes coverage from both public medical programs and private insurers. Enrollment begins this October with coverage starting in January 2014.
Health Care Reform: A Guide to Health Insurance & Affordable Care Act
www.webmd.com/health-insurance/default.htm
GOP-led misinformation campaigns have left millions of Americans confused about health reform. The largest health website in the country wants to help change that.
GOP-led misinformation campaigns have left millions of Americans confused about health reform. The largest health website in the country wants to help change that.
Affordable Health Insurance: Covered California
www.coveredca.com/
"Millions of Californians will be able to choose affordable, high-quality health insurance coverage offered through Covered California™ that will take effect January 2014. Covered California is a new, easy-to-use marketplace where you and your family may get financial assistance to make coverage more affordable and where you will be able to compare and choose health coverage that best fits your needs and budget. By law, your coverage can't be dropped or denied even if you have a pre-existing medical condition or get sick."
"Millions of Californians will be able to choose affordable, high-quality health insurance coverage offered through Covered California™ that will take effect January 2014. Covered California is a new, easy-to-use marketplace where you and your family may get financial assistance to make coverage more affordable and where you will be able to compare and choose health coverage that best fits your needs and budget. By law, your coverage can't be dropped or denied even if you have a pre-existing medical condition or get sick."
Kynect: Kentucky's Healthcare Connection
www.kynect.ky.gov/
Introducing kynect: Kentucky’s Healthcare Connection.
Quality healthcare coverage. For every Kentuckian.
Introducing kynect: Kentucky’s Healthcare Connection.
Quality healthcare coverage. For every Kentuckian.
New Health Care Exchange For Colorado: Connect For Health Colorado
www.connectforhealthco.com/
Welcome to Connect for Health Colorado, a new health insurance marketplace. Opening in October, you will be able to shop, compare, pick and purchase the health plan that is right for you. All on one site, all in one visit.
Welcome to Connect for Health Colorado, a new health insurance marketplace. Opening in October, you will be able to shop, compare, pick and purchase the health plan that is right for you. All on one site, all in one visit.
Obamacare Explained By Clinton And Obama
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Why Ted Cruz’s Anti-Obamacare Grandstanding Doesn’t Matter At All
Why Ted Cruz’s Anti-Obamacare Grandstanding Doesn’t Matter At All: It's not going to do anything to undermine Obamacare -- and it's distracting you from the GOP-led policies that actually are.
9/23/13
Washington Healthplanfinder
www.wahealthplanfinder.org/
For Washington residents who currently do not have affordable, quality health insurance the first place to look for insurance is at the Washington Health Benefit Exchange, also called the Washington Healthplanfinder. While the exchange officially opens for business on October 1, you can search their website today at wahealthplanfinder.org or you can call for information or to ask questions at 1-855-WAFINDER (1-855-923-4633) or TTY/TDD 1-855-627-9604.
Some additional online resources include:
· The federal government has its own marketplace website called the Federal Health Insurance Marketplace at HealthCare.gov
· Medicaid eligibility has been expanded so you might want to look at Medicaid Coverage at medicaid.gov
· If you need insurance for children DSHS provides through Apple Health for Kids at hca.wa.gov/applehealth/
For Washington residents who currently do not have affordable, quality health insurance the first place to look for insurance is at the Washington Health Benefit Exchange, also called the Washington Healthplanfinder. While the exchange officially opens for business on October 1, you can search their website today at wahealthplanfinder.org or you can call for information or to ask questions at 1-855-WAFINDER (1-855-923-4633) or TTY/TDD 1-855-627-9604.
Some additional online resources include:
· The federal government has its own marketplace website called the Federal Health Insurance Marketplace at HealthCare.gov
· Medicaid eligibility has been expanded so you might want to look at Medicaid Coverage at medicaid.gov
· If you need insurance for children DSHS provides through Apple Health for Kids at hca.wa.gov/applehealth/
Congressman Suggests Pushing Nation To Default Unless Obama Slashes Health Care Coverage For Seniors
Congressman Suggests Pushing Nation To Default Unless Obama Slashes Health Care Coverage For Seniors: "During an interview with Minnesota Public Radio on Friday, Rep. John Kline (R-MN), Chairman of the the Committee on Education and the Workforce, hinted that Republicans should refuse to raise the debt ceiling unless President Obama agrees to raise the eligibility age for the Medicare program, keeping millions of younger seniors from receiving health care coverage"
9/21/13
Wingnuts Cheer Impending Government Shutdown While Obama Cleans Their Clocks
Wingnuts Cheer Impending Government Shutdown While Obama Cleans Their Clocks
"Republicans don't seem to understand that Obamacare under any other name is called affordable access to health care for millions who don't have it right now. That name is one that polls well, which terrifies Republicans, because they understand that once it's in effect, people will actually like it."
"Republicans don't seem to understand that Obamacare under any other name is called affordable access to health care for millions who don't have it right now. That name is one that polls well, which terrifies Republicans, because they understand that once it's in effect, people will actually like it."
House GOP Didn't Get Pope’s Memo On Poor Before Slashing Food Stamps | Alternet
House GOP Didn't Get Pope’s Memo On Poor Before Slashing Food Stamps | Alternet
"There’s nothing new about the House GOP’s war on America’s poor. They want people to go hungry. They want to deny people healthcare. Those were the bottom lines in votes on Thursday and Friday."
"There’s nothing new about the House GOP’s war on America’s poor. They want people to go hungry. They want to deny people healthcare. Those were the bottom lines in votes on Thursday and Friday."
9/20/13
Anti-Obamacare Ad Loses Message In Creepiness
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Low-Income Preschoolers, Cancer Patients Take Hit In GOP Budget Extension
Low-Income Preschoolers, Cancer Patients Take Hit In GOP Budget Extension:
"Republicans have consistently threatened to shut down the government by refusing to pass a continuing resolution unless they got spending cuts, and nearly every time an extension has been passed since 2010 spending has been reduced. In fact, Congress has already enacted about $2.4 trillion in deficit reduction since the beginning of fiscal year 2011, 72 percent of which has come from spending cuts. Inflation-adjusted discretionary spending is now lower than the last two years of the Bush administration. The deficit has also fallen to the lowest level since 2008."
"Republicans have consistently threatened to shut down the government by refusing to pass a continuing resolution unless they got spending cuts, and nearly every time an extension has been passed since 2010 spending has been reduced. In fact, Congress has already enacted about $2.4 trillion in deficit reduction since the beginning of fiscal year 2011, 72 percent of which has come from spending cuts. Inflation-adjusted discretionary spending is now lower than the last two years of the Bush administration. The deficit has also fallen to the lowest level since 2008."
9/19/13
Cruz Plays Chicken With Obamacare
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Report: For Millions, Insurance Will Cost Less Than $100/Month
Report: For Millions, Insurance Will Cost Less Than $100/Month
"About 6.4 million Americans eligible to buy insurance through the new health exchanges will pay $100 or less a month in premiums because of tax subsidies, according to a Department of Health and Human Services report released this week."
"About 6.4 million Americans eligible to buy insurance through the new health exchanges will pay $100 or less a month in premiums because of tax subsidies, according to a Department of Health and Human Services report released this week."
PERRspectives: GOP Blocks Health Insurance for 11 Million in 2014
PERRspectives: GOP Blocks Health Insurance for 11 Million in 2014
"As other studies have warned, the state-by-state numbers are shocking. In Texas, Governor Rick Perry denounced Obamacare Medicaid expansion as a "fool's errand." But his foolishness in opting out means an extra 1.9 million Texans will needlessly go without health insurance in state where 24 percent of all residents--and 30 percent between the ages of 18 and 64--lack coverage. In Florida, where the GOP legislature is rebuffing Republican Governor Rick Scott's choice to accept the windfall from Washington, another million residents will be left uncovered. (In contrast, over 300,000 more Arizonans will gain insurance, thanks to a rare showing of common sense by Governor Jan Brewer.) Next door neighbors Minnesota and Wisconsin provide another useful case study. While Democrat Mark Dayton will be cutting the ranks of the uninsured by almost half in his state, in Madison Republican Scott Walker is leaving an estimated 182,000 folks out in the cold."
"As other studies have warned, the state-by-state numbers are shocking. In Texas, Governor Rick Perry denounced Obamacare Medicaid expansion as a "fool's errand." But his foolishness in opting out means an extra 1.9 million Texans will needlessly go without health insurance in state where 24 percent of all residents--and 30 percent between the ages of 18 and 64--lack coverage. In Florida, where the GOP legislature is rebuffing Republican Governor Rick Scott's choice to accept the windfall from Washington, another million residents will be left uncovered. (In contrast, over 300,000 more Arizonans will gain insurance, thanks to a rare showing of common sense by Governor Jan Brewer.) Next door neighbors Minnesota and Wisconsin provide another useful case study. While Democrat Mark Dayton will be cutting the ranks of the uninsured by almost half in his state, in Madison Republican Scott Walker is leaving an estimated 182,000 folks out in the cold."
Five Major Ways That Republicans Are Trying To Sabotage Obamacare
Five Major Ways That Republicans Are Trying To Sabotage Obamacare:
"In two weeks, uninsured Americans will finally be able to start signing up for health coverage through Obamacare’s statewide insurance marketplaces. But even as the critical enrollment period inches closer, Obamacare opponents remain engaged in an all-or-nothing effort to block the law."
"In two weeks, uninsured Americans will finally be able to start signing up for health coverage through Obamacare’s statewide insurance marketplaces. But even as the critical enrollment period inches closer, Obamacare opponents remain engaged in an all-or-nothing effort to block the law."
Koch-backed conservatives go pro-cervical cancer
Koch-backed conservatives go pro-cervical cancer
"The right's campaign to convince young people to remain uninsured rather than enroll in Obamacare hits a new low"
"The right's campaign to convince young people to remain uninsured rather than enroll in Obamacare hits a new low"
9/18/13
GOP Continues Crusade To Defund Obamacare
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Chuck Todd: Not His Job to Point Out Lies About Obamacare
Chuck Todd: Not His Job to Point Out Lies About Obamacare
"From this Wednesday's Morning Joe, Chuck Todd finally said out loud what most of have known for a long time now. He doesn't think it's his job to make sure his audience knows when Republicans are lying to them."
"From this Wednesday's Morning Joe, Chuck Todd finally said out loud what most of have known for a long time now. He doesn't think it's his job to make sure his audience knows when Republicans are lying to them."
More Kids Now Have Health Care, And You Have The Federal Government To Thank For That
More Kids Now Have Health Care, And You Have The Federal Government To Thank For That: An estimated 5.5 million children gained access to health care in between 2008 and 2011.
9/17/13
Ted Cruz’s nightmare: Obamacare helps people!
Ted Cruz’s nightmare: Obamacare helps people!
"A new report shows most uninsured Americans will pay premiums of under $100 a month -- so Cruz says repeal it"
"A new report shows most uninsured Americans will pay premiums of under $100 a month -- so Cruz says repeal it"
Obamacare Will Give Americans Cheaper Health Coverage Options If They’re Laid Off From Work
Obamacare Will Give Americans Cheaper Health Coverage Options If They’re Laid Off From Work: In order to continue their old insurance plans, workers who get laid off have to pay huge premiums that tend to eat up most of their unemployment benefits. Under Obamacare, they'll have cheaper options.
Under Obamacare, Millions Of Americans Will Pay Less Than $100 Per Month For Health Insurance
Under Obamacare, Millions Of Americans Will Pay Less Than $100 Per Month For Health Insurance: According to a new report from the Obama administration, more than half of the Americans who are currently uninsured will be able to access health coverage under Obamacare for less than $100 each month.
9/12/13
Health Care Reform:Health Insurance & Affordable Care Act
www.webmd.com/health-insurance/default.htm
GOP-led misinformation campaigns have left millions of Americans confused about health reform. The largest health website in the country wants to help change that.
GOP-led misinformation campaigns have left millions of Americans confused about health reform. The largest health website in the country wants to help change that.
Two groups fall to GOP's Obamacare sabotage
www.dailykos.com/story/2013/09/10/1237888/-Two-groups-fall-to-GOP-s-Obamacare-sabotage
"According to the Commonweath Fund, 17 states have passed various kinds of legislation to make this outreach effort as difficult for the administration as possible. Because more people having health insurance is the worst thing in the world and they must stop it."
"According to the Commonweath Fund, 17 states have passed various kinds of legislation to make this outreach effort as difficult for the administration as possible. Because more people having health insurance is the worst thing in the world and they must stop it."
Medicaid gap in red states could seriously wound Obamacare
www.dailykos.com/story/2013/09/09/1237577/-Medicaid-gap-in-red-states-could-seriously-wound-nbsp-Obamacare
"The solution is going to require organizing at the state level to both pressure governors and legislatures who have refused the expansion to change their minds, either by lobbying or by ousting them in 2014."
"The solution is going to require organizing at the state level to both pressure governors and legislatures who have refused the expansion to change their minds, either by lobbying or by ousting them in 2014."
9/11/13
Employers Actually Plan To Hire More Full-Time Workers As Obamacare Rolls Out
Employers Actually Plan To Hire More Full-Time Workers As Obamacare Rolls Out: American companies expect to increase the number of full-time employees by 1.8 percent over the next 12 months, undermining conservative critics who've argued that the health care law would hamper business growth and expansion.
9/10/13
Republicans Threaten To Push Nation Into Default Unless Obama Agrees To Delay Obamacare For One Year
Republicans Threaten To Push Nation Into Default Unless Obama Agrees To Delay Obamacare For One Year:
A Congressional Budget Office report from July 2012 found that repealing the ACA in its entirety would increase the federal deficit by $109 billion over 10 years and $24 billion in FY 2014.
A Congressional Budget Office report from July 2012 found that repealing the ACA in its entirety would increase the federal deficit by $109 billion over 10 years and $24 billion in FY 2014.
What Will Medicaid Look Like Under Obamacare?
What Will Medicaid Look Like Under Obamacare?: A new report says that the public insurance program for America's poorest will get younger, more male, and less obese under Obamacare's Medicaid expansion -- and ultimately lower health costs.
9/8/13
What's in it for me? Your Obamacare health insurance options
www.dailykos.com/story/2013/09/08/1236837/-What-s-in-it-for-me-Your-Obamacare-health-insurance-options
"These tools and studies can give you some idea of how the process is going to work, and possibly how much you will be spending, if you're going to be purchasing health insurance on the exchanges this fall. They'll also be helpful if you're talking to friends, family or coworkers about Obamacare and what's happening with it, or if you're going to be helping out someone you know to sign up."
"These tools and studies can give you some idea of how the process is going to work, and possibly how much you will be spending, if you're going to be purchasing health insurance on the exchanges this fall. They'll also be helpful if you're talking to friends, family or coworkers about Obamacare and what's happening with it, or if you're going to be helping out someone you know to sign up."
9/6/13
North Carolina Hospital Will Shut Down In Six Months Because The State Won’t Expand Medicaid
North Carolina Hospital Will Shut Down In Six Months Because The State Won’t Expand Medicaid: On Wednesday, residents of Belhaven, North Carolina got a taste of how stubborn GOP opposition to the Affordable Care Act can affect them personally when executives at Vidant Health System unanimously voted to shut down the local Vidant Pungo Hospital within six months. Vidant officials said the move was necessary as a consequence of North Carolina’s refusal to participate in Obamacare’s optional Medicaid expansion.
Washington State Got Flooded With Hundreds Of Phone Calls This Week About Signing Up For Obamacare
Washington State Got Flooded With Hundreds Of Phone Calls This Week About Signing Up For Obamacare: On Tuesday, Washington officials opened the new call center for its state-level marketplace, which will allow residents to dial in and ask questions about their options for coverage under Obamacare.
Without Medicaid Expansion, Over 40 Percent Of The Poorest Americans Won’t Get Any Health Insurance
Without Medicaid Expansion, Over 40 Percent Of The Poorest Americans Won’t Get Any Health Insurance: Americans who live below the poverty line make less than $11,200 per year. But in stubborn GOP-led states that refuse to expand Medicaid, 40 percent of them won't have affordable health coverage options under Obamacare.
9/5/13
Obamacare 'rate shock' myth debunked
www.dailykos.com/story/2013/09/05/1234186/-Obamacare-rate-shock-myth-debunked-by-Kaiser-survey
"The whole idea behind the health insurance exchanges was that competition in the marketplace would do what it's always done, force companies to provide their best price to consumers. Early reports out of Oregon and California hinted at this trend. With more and more states reporting rates as October 1, the target date for the launch of the nation's insurance shopping spree nears, the trend is bearing out."
"The whole idea behind the health insurance exchanges was that competition in the marketplace would do what it's always done, force companies to provide their best price to consumers. Early reports out of Oregon and California hinted at this trend. With more and more states reporting rates as October 1, the target date for the launch of the nation's insurance shopping spree nears, the trend is bearing out."
Major New Study On Obamacare Premiums Should End The ‘Rate Shock’ Hysteria Once And For All
Major New Study On Obamacare Premiums Should End The ‘Rate Shock’ Hysteria Once And For All: The most detailed study on Obamacare insurance premiums to date finds that Americans will be paying even less than expected for plans on the new marketplaces.
Clinton Hits The Road To Explain Obamacare
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9/4/13
Georgia’s Governor Took Money From The Insurance Lobby While Denying Health Coverage To The Poor
Georgia’s Governor Took Money From The Insurance Lobby While Denying Health Coverage To The Poor: A Super PAC linked to Gov. Nathan Deal (R) has taken over half a million dollars in political contributions from the health care industry. But he's been far less willing to accept generous federal money to extend Medicaid coverage to 650,000 of Georgia's poorest residents.
PERRspectives: Study Debunks Myth of Doctors Fleeing Medicare
PERRspectives: Study Debunks Myth of Doctors Fleeing Medicare
"The claim has become a staple of Republican efforts to undermine the Affordable Care Act and transform Medicare into a system in which future elderly receive vouchers to purchase health insurance in the private market. "We are starting to see physicians turn away from taking patients who are on Medicare," the GOP.gov web site warns, with "more and more physicians are choosing to opt out of Medicare altogether." In July, the Wall Street Journal dutifully picked up that cudgel, cheering one "doctor goes off the grid" while fretting "more doctors steer clear of Medicare."
"The claim has become a staple of Republican efforts to undermine the Affordable Care Act and transform Medicare into a system in which future elderly receive vouchers to purchase health insurance in the private market. "We are starting to see physicians turn away from taking patients who are on Medicare," the GOP.gov web site warns, with "more and more physicians are choosing to opt out of Medicare altogether." In July, the Wall Street Journal dutifully picked up that cudgel, cheering one "doctor goes off the grid" while fretting "more doctors steer clear of Medicare."
Unfortunately, there's only one problem with the conservative claim that America's doctors are fleeing Medicare--and Medicare patients--in massive numbers. As a new study from the Department from Health and Human Services reveals, it's simply not true."
GA Gov. Nathan Deal Taking Payola To Obstruct Obamacare
GA Gov. Nathan Deal Taking Payola To Obstruct Obamacare
"Let's also pay attention to the Big Donors here: United Health, Aetna, Humana and Blue Cross. United Health and Aetna have declined to participate in state-based exchanges in states where they're actually regulatedlike California and New York, opting instead to hand off some payola to a corrupt Georgia governor in order for him to behave like an obstructionist."
"Let's also pay attention to the Big Donors here: United Health, Aetna, Humana and Blue Cross. United Health and Aetna have declined to participate in state-based exchanges in states where they're actually regulatedlike California and New York, opting instead to hand off some payola to a corrupt Georgia governor in order for him to behave like an obstructionist."
9/3/13
CDC Predicts Obamacare May Help Reduce The Number Of Americans Dying From Heart Disease
CDC Predicts Obamacare May Help Reduce The Number Of Americans Dying From Heart Disease: The CDC estimates that about 200,000 deaths each year could be prevented with better access to health insurance.
Retirement Inequality Chartbook: How the 401(k) revolution created a few big winners and many losers | Economic Policy Institute
Retirement Inequality Chartbook: How the 401(k) revolution created a few big winners and many losers | Economic Policy Institute
"The switch from pensions to 401(k)s has left most Americans without enough money to retire. 46 interactive charts explore this growing problem."
"The switch from pensions to 401(k)s has left most Americans without enough money to retire. 46 interactive charts explore this growing problem."
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