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A Market ‘Fundamentally Changed’: How Health Proposals Could Affect Americans Who Buy Their Own Insurance

By Julie Appleby September 8, 2009 KFF Health News Original

New rules being debated by Congress could mean consumers couldn’t be rejected because they have health problems and would include subsidies for lower-income people to buy insurance. But the rules won’t solve all the problems faced by those who don’t get insurance through their jobs.

Federal Employees’ Health Benefits Explained

By Jessica Marcy September 21, 2009 KFF Health News Original

As part of our series, “Are You Covered? A Look at Americans and Health Insurance,” KHN and NPR examine the federal health benefits program, which is considered a model for the nation.

Update From Mary Agnes Carey: What Baucus’ New Bill Means

September 16, 2009 KFF Health News Original

KHN’s Mary Agnes Carey discusses Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus’ new health care bill, which was released today.

Transcript: Health On The Hill – September 21, 2009

September 21, 2009 KFF Health News Original

KHN’s Mary Agnes Carey and Eric Pianin discuss recent and upcoming activities on the Hill — part of a weekly series of video reports.

Ohio Health Care Lobbyist Pays $30,000 A Year For Health Insurance

By Phil Galewitz September 10, 2009 KFF Health News Original

Sebelius cites case of Rick Colby, who supports Obama’s health care goals, but offers some changes.

Health Bills Might Not Protect Some Needy Americans, Experts Say

By Jordan Rau September 4, 2009 KFF Health News Original

As lawmakers weigh trimming legislation, some consumers might end up burdened by medical and insurance costs.

Tulsa Hospital Gives Medicare Patients Cash Back For Surgery

By Phil Galewitz October 26, 2009 KFF Health News Original

At Hillcrest Medical Center, which is testing a “bundled” Medicare payment system, some seniors get paid up to $1,157 for having surgery. The pilot program aims to save money and improve care by paying doctors and hospitals a lump sum and rewards the patients with part of the savings.

A Divided House Approves Sweeping Health Reform Legislation, 220-215

November 7, 2009 Morning Briefing

After months of debate and negotiations, the House of Representatives approved one of the most ambitious efforts ever to change the country’s health care system, with 219 Democrats and one Republican voting for the bill and 39 Democrats voting against the bill.

Sen. Charles Grassley Discusses Alliance with Sen. Max Baucus

September 2, 2009 KFF Health News Original

In an interview with KHN’s Eric Pianin, Republican Grassley says his long-standing alliance with Democratic Finance Committee Chairman Baucus remains strong despite political pressure but won’t influence his decision on whether to support bipartisan health care legislation. Listen to the interview.

Transcript: Health On The Hill – August 31, 2009

August 31, 2009 KFF Health News Original

New federal deficit numbers in combination with concerns that some voters have expressed at town hall meetings this August over the size, scope and cost of health care legislation may lead lawmakers to reconsider elements of the measure Democrats want to pass this year. The death of Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, D-Mass., may create new momentum among Democrats and Republicans to resolve their differences over the bill, but the many complexities involved with any overhaul of the nation’s health care system guarantee a lengthy debate this fall.

A Forgotten Health Debate: Funding Long-term Care

By Joseph Shapiro, NPR News October 12, 2009 KFF Health News Original

Donna Taylor’s father planned ahead – he had insurance and savings to pay for health coverage when he retired. But when he got sick and couldn’t walk, he found he did not have enough coverage to pay for care for himself and his disabled wife.

Could Lawsuit Curbs Pave Way For Health Care Deal?

By Scott Horsley, NPR News September 2, 2009 KFF Health News Original

The GOP has long said that many of the ills of the nation’s health care system can be remedied with a cap on medical malpractice suits. Democrats say limits on pain and suffering awards are not the answer. Could a compromise save the president’s health care initiative? This story comes from our partner NPR News.

Transcript: Health On The Hill – August 24, 2009

August 24, 2009 KFF Health News Original

A bipartisan group of Senate Finance Committee members continues its negotiations on a bipartisan health care package while some Democrats want the party to push its own package if those negotiations fail.

Health Insurance: How Much More Should Older People Pay?

By Julie Appleby August 31, 2009 KFF Health News Original

Maria Bishop, age 60, pays $500 a month for health insurance. Chris Denny, 27, pays $117. In most states, insurers can charge older customers far more than younger ones. As Congress wrestles with a health care overhaul, lawmakers are debating new limits that could narrow the difference.

What The ‘Gang Of Six’ Wants From Health Bill

August 31, 2009 KFF Health News Original

If there is any hope of passing a bipartisan health care bill in the Senate, it may well lie with a key group of senators known as the Gang of Six. Three Democrats and three Republicans on the Senate Finance Committee have continued to work on a compromise health care bill through Congress’ summer recess. This story comes from our partner NPR News.

Democrats Are Tightening The Belt For Health Reform

By Mary Agnes Carey and Eric Pianin, KFF Health News Staff Writers September 7, 2009 KFF Health News Original

Democrats are considering their options for a less ambitious overhaul plan, including a new proposal from Sen. Max Baucus. Meanwhile, President Obama is planning his address to Congress, in which he is expected to propose specific refinements to the current bills.

Sen. Enzi Plays Crucial Role Negotiating Health Care

By Audie Cornish, NPR News August 26, 2009 KFF Health News Original

Sen. Mike Enzi, R-Wyo. represents the smallest state in population but he has a big role to play in the negotiations to overhaul health care. Enzi is one of the “gang of six” senators crafting the Senate’s health care bill. He says he won’t vote for any measure that can’t get the support of 75 to 80 senators. This story comes from our partner NPR News

Children’s Advocates Fear Health Reform Could Undermine CHIP

By Mary Agnes Carey August 25, 2009 KFF Health News Original

Proposals to move disadvantaged youngsters from the Children’s Health Insurance Program to health exchanges raise concerns that benefits would be reduced.

Should The Homeless Be In Medicaid?

By Pam Fessler, NPR News August 25, 2009 KFF Health News Original

Most homeless people lack insurance and rely on the emergency room and government-funded clinics for treatment. Advocates say the existing system is inadequate as well as expensive for taxpayers, and that expanding Medicaid to include the homeless is a better option. This story comes from our partner NPR News

Will Long-Term Care Be Included In Health Reform?

By Howard Gleckman September 14, 2009 KFF Health News Original

The real challenge for long-term care reform remains indifference, rather than outright opposition.

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