Health Care Reform in the U.S. Have you joined the debate? http://www.megavista-health.com

Where do you stand? U.S. political parties divided Most Republicans in strong opposition Most Democrats support changes Both sides have legitimate points We’re waiting to see things play out http://www.megavista-health.com

Consumers are confused Will I be paying more taxes? Will I be forced to purchase a government-run insurance policy? Will I still be able to see my regular doctor? Bill is in the early stages Too soon to tell how changes will impact health care costs http://www.megavista-health.com

Problems faced by consumers Many smaller employers don’t offer group health insurance Insurance companies can deny coverage to individuals based on pre-existing conditions Buying private insurance is costly Some individuals choose not to be covered due to cost http://www.megavista-health.com

Reform points Employers with 50+ employees must offer group health insurance plan or pay a penalty Insurance companies cannot deny coverage based on pre-existing conditions Public plan (government-run) will be made available Public plan will compete with private insurers to drive costs down Americans must be covered or pay a penalty http://www.megavista-health.com

Costs Subsidies offered to help cover the costs of premiums Individuals who make less than $43,000 per year Families of four who make less than $88,000 per year 97% of U.S. citizens to be covered under insurance http://www.megavista-health.com

What are the concerns? New taxes to cover the cost of subsidies and public insurance plans Impact on small businesses who must now offer group plans Can the U.S. afford to carry this cost burden? Will the financial burden be passed on to taxpayers? http://www.megavista-health.com

Additional concerns Physicians may choose not to participate Will I be forced to change doctors? Declining quality of health care Public funding of abortions – addressed by an addendum signed by U.S. President Barack Obama No abortion funding except in cases of rape, incest or if the mother’s life is in danger http://www.megavista-health.com

What’s the end result? Too soon to tell Prevention is still the best medicine “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Leading a healthy lifestyle is a strong foundation for optimal health http://www.megavista-health.com

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