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 Michael Tate, WisDems
GreenBayProgressive.com - Tuesday, August 11, 2009
(Madison) - Many of you are getting a lot of push back on the health care issue at your local fair, farmers market, etc. So, what are the basic facts about the real reforms being proposed as we work in support of meaningful health care reform.
What's in it for you: Your choice of doctors and plans will be protected, those that are happy with their current coverage can keep it or choose a new plan - including a public option. Additionally, everyone will benefit from eight protections that will ensure stability and security for families across the country. Coverage Regardless of Pre-Existing Conditions - Insurance companies will be prohibited from refusing coverage because of medical history. An End to Exorbitant Out-of-Pocket Expenses, Deductible and Co-Pays - Insurance companies will have to abide by yearly caps on how much they can charge for out-of-pocket expenses. Full Coverage for Preventive Care - Insurance companies must fully cover - without charge - regular checkups and tests that help prevent illness, including mammograms or eye and foot exams for diabetics. No Dropped Coverage for the Seriously Ill - Insurance companies will be prohibited from dropping or lessening coverage for people who become seriously ill. No Gender Discrimination - Insurance companies will be prohibited from charging people more because of their gender. No Annual or Lifetime Caps on Coverage - Insurance companies will be prevented from placing annual or lifetime caps on the coverage people receive. Extended Coverage for Young Adults - Children will be eligible for family coverage through the age of 26. Guaranteed Insurance Renewal - Insurance companies will be required to renew a policy as long as the policyholder pays their premium in full. - Insurance companies won’t be allowed to refuse renewal if someone becomes sick. “This isn’t about politics. This is about people’s lives. This is about people’s businesses. This is about our future.” -President Barack Obama For more information, visit WisDems.org at: http://www.wisdems.org/free_details.asp?id=66 |
