External Publication
This policy brief analyzes the evolution of Washington’s public option and policy changes made in other states in response to initial rollout challenges and compares these with the policy goals and outcomes of Basic Health Programs (BHPs), an alternative form of coverage authorized by the Affordable Care Act.
External Publication
This policy brief analyzes the evolution of Washington’s public option and policy changes made in other states in response to initial rollout challenges and compares these with the policy goals and outcomes of Basic Health Programs (BHPs), an alternative form of coverage authorized by the Affordable Care Act.
Research Report
Authors propose a new, nationwide program of monthly cash payments that would automatically begin when economic indicators signal a recession and continue until the national unemployment rate begins to decrease. This policy would provide automatic, monthly payments to working-class families at the first sign of recession, staving off unemployment and stabilizing families and the American economy.
Research Report
Authors propose a new, nationwide program of monthly cash payments that would automatically begin when economic indicators signal a recession and continue until the national unemployment rate begins to decrease. This policy would provide automatic, monthly payments to working-class families at the first sign of recession, staving off unemployment and stabilizing families and the American economy.
External Publication
Medicaid is the largest single provider of healthcare coverage in the United States, covering 1 in every 5 Americans. But over the past 25 years, this public healthcare program has been largely privatized. Today, 70% of Medicaid beneficiaries — approximately 54 million Americans — receive their Medicaid coverage from a private insurance company.
External Publication
Medicaid is the largest single provider of healthcare coverage in the United States, covering 1 in every 5 Americans. But over the past 25 years, this public healthcare program has been largely privatized. Today, 70% of Medicaid beneficiaries — approximately 54 million Americans — receive their Medicaid coverage from a private insurance company.
Journal Article
The private insurance plans that administer coverage for the majority of Medicaid beneficiaries may undergo enhanced financial reporting as recent federal rules begin to be enforced. Under the new rules, insurers must report on thier Meidcare expenditures, demonstrating how much they allocate to medical care versus overhead and profits.
Journal Article
The private insurance plans that administer coverage for the majority of Medicaid beneficiaries may undergo enhanced financial reporting as recent federal rules begin to be enforced. Under the new rules, insurers must report on thier Meidcare expenditures, demonstrating how much they allocate to medical care versus overhead and profits.