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Estimated costs of SustiNet options described
Stan Dorn of the Urban Institute outlined the estimated costs of six SustiNet coverage options at yesterday’s Board meeting. Under…
Consumers protest Anthem rate hike request
Consumer advocates demonstrated their concerns at a CT Insurance Dept. public hearing about Anthem’s request to raise premiums 20% or…
CT’s Medicare patient centered medical home application — bad and good news
Unfortunately, CMS did not approve CT’s application to include Medicare in our patient-centered medical home plans for state employees and…
eHealthCT’s Medicaid health information exchange up and running for real patients
CT’s pilot Medicaid health information exchange (HIE) project is up and securely sharing patient information successfully. Affirmative consent is collected…
NY Times budget deficit graphic illustrates the scope of the problem
Yesterday’s NY Times Week in Review included a compelling graphic comparison of the federal budget deficit and options to fill…
State Strategies for Health Reform Implementation conference
I’ve been in DC for a fascinating conference for state-based advocates on how we can influence and support health reform…
Candidate briefing book online
The 2010 CT Health Policy Project Candidate Briefing Book is now available online. Password protected access was sent before the…
Health Care Advocate position posted
The state is seeking to fill the position of Health Care Advocate. The agency assists consumers struggling to access care…
NY hospital takes artwork in exchange for care
28% of NY artists are uninsured. To meet the needs of their community – both artists and patients — Woodhull…