insurance
Reforming health care
Mon, 09/14/2009 - 11:49am — adminHealth care reform has been a hot-button topic since the presidential election, and even more so in recent months. Although several plans are still being considered by lawmakers, the Log Cabin Democrat approached several people in the health care industry about their concerns and hopes. These discussions shed light on various issues.
A provider
Jim Lambert, CEO of Conway Regional Medical Center, said some plans being discussed call for the proposed public rate to be based on Medicare and Medicaid rates while others leave it open for negotiation. One of his concerns is that Medicare and Medicaid do not reimburse providers enough to pay for the care, he said.
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