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Shields, Brooks on Supreme Court ‘High Tension,’ Health Reform’s Future

admin — Thu, 17 May 2012 06:53:34 +0000

Syndicated columnist Mark Shields and New York Times columnist David Brooks discuss the week’s top political news including the Supreme Court’s big week of hearings on health care reform, the validity of the law’s individual mandate, the dangers of the Court evolving into a “political institution” and the Paul Ryan budget.

Massachusetts Health Reform Turns Five

admin — Fri, 11 May 2012 16:14:40 +0000

April 2011 marked the 5th anniversary of the enactment of the Massachusetts healthcare reform law. This state reform, which among other things requires individuals to buy government-approved health insurance policy, was championed by then-governor Mitt Romney and the late Massachusetts Senator Ted Kennedy. (April 13, 2011)

Health Reform Law to Face Constitutional Test in Supreme Court

admin — Sat, 05 May 2012 20:54:48 +0000

On Monday, the Supreme Court agreed to hear arguments next spring on the constitutionality of the health care reform law. Jeffrey Brown discusses the political and legal implications with The National Law Journal\’s Marcia Coyle and NPR\’s Julie Rovner.

Health Officials to Docs: Help Save the ACA

admin — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 04:02:56 +0000

As the future of the Affordable Care Act remains uncertain, health officials called on doctors who support the law to do everything they can to save it.

Checking in: Health Reform across the country

admin — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 10:59:25 +0000

On the 2 year anniversary of the Affordable Care Act we take a look at what reform means for so many folks across the country. In September of 2009 We met Nathan and his son, Thomas. Thomas was born with hemophilia, and he hit lifetime limits on his health coverage with two different insurance companies before he turned seven years old. Two years ago, Nathan was hopeful about what the Affordable Care Act would mean. Last week we spoke with them again and they made it clear: health reform has improved their quality of life. It means they can focus on making sure Thomas has the best possible care. It’s changing their lives for the better.

Supreme Court Wraps Up Health Reform Law Hearings: What’s Next?

admin — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 18:06:36 +0000

In the final day of Supreme Court hearings on the Affordable Care Act, justices questioned the constitutionality of requiring states to expand Medicaid coverage to more individuals. Betty Ann Bowser reports, and Marcia Coyle and Susan Dentzer discuss with Gwen Ifill whether the law could survive without an insurance mandate.

Health Reform in Action: One Mother’s Story

admin — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 01:34:26 +0000

Tracy from Norfolk, Virginia tells her story of how the Affordable Care Act has had an immediate impact on her family due to the under 26 provision. Learn more at www.wh.gov

Health Care Reform Demystified: Filing an Appeal — UHC TV

admin — Sat, 07 Apr 2012 09:39:12 +0000

If your health plan denies payment for a service you believe should be covered, you can challenge that decision under the Affordable Care Act. Learn about your right to appeal in this video.

Weekly Address: Premiums, Profits, and the Need for Health Reform

admin — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 15:40:30 +0000

The President points to outrageous premium hikes from health insurance companies already making massive profits as further proof of the need for reform. Looking ahead to the coming bipartisan meeting on reform, the President urges members of Congress to come to the table in good faith to address the issue. February 20, 2010.

Bipartisan Meeting on Health Reform: Part 1

admin — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 23:52:37 +0000

President Obama and Congressional leaders from both parties meet to discuss health reform at the Blair House in Washington, DC Opening remarks by President Obama, Sen. Lamar Alexander (TN), and Speaker Nancy Pelosi (CA).