Call to Action–Health Reform 2009 from Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus (D-Mont) Reforming America
Authors: Baucus, M
Publication Year: 2008
Last Updated: 2016-01-19 16:17:03
Journal: NA
Keywords: Health Care Reform, HCR, reforming america's health care, Max Baucus, Needs assessment
Short Abstract:
The case for reform is strong. The U.S. is the only developed country that does not guarantee health coverage for all its citizens, with 46 million uninsured and another 25 million underinsured. As a result, families are struggling to keep up with out-of-pocket costs for medical care. American businesses are straining to absorb rising health care costs while staying competitive at home and around the world. Despite high levels of spending on health care, research documents poor quality of care received by patients in the U.S. Studies show, for example, that adults receive recommended care for many illnesses only 55 percent of the time. Children fare even worse.
Abstract:
The link between health care costs and the economy is undeniable. Reforming the health care system is essential to restoring Americas overall economy and the financial security of our working families. The case for reform is strong. The U.S. is the only developed country that does not guarantee health coverage for all its citizens, with 46 million
Americans are acutely aware of problems in the country's health care system, and they are ready for
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