Exchange in our hands
California receives federal approval for health-insurance exchange plan
Most states are planning to let the federal government operate their health-insurance exchanges, but California is an exception.
On Thursday, Jan. 3, President Obama’s administration granted conditional approval to California’s plan to build and operate its own health-insurance exchange, according to The Sacramento Bee. Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Vermont and Utah were also granted approval; Arkansas received approval for a state partnership exchange.
Ideally, California’s exchange (expected to open in October) will work like websites Amazon and Expedia—users will be able to choose among health-insurance plans in an online store. Officials estimate that about 4.4 million Californians will be using the exchange by the end of 2016.
More Health » The Pulse
Fructose, overeating linked
Brain does not register feeling of being full after fructose consumption.
Published on 01.10.13
Doc shortage looms
Aging physician population in California could mean primary-care shortage on horizon.
Published on 01.10.13
Never say never
Surgeons make too many “never event” mistakes for comfort, study finds.
Published on 01.03.13
Enloe doc honored
Dr. David Potter recognized with Enloe Physician Legacy Award.
Published on 01.03.13
Smokeless tobacco a statewide hit
California has increase in snuff and chew sales, new products on way.
Published on 01.03.13