Al Gore in USA Today


On Health Care: Patient rights: access to specialists; right to sue HMOs

George W. Bush’s plan:Al Gore’s plan:
Tax credit for 90% of health insurance costs for families making up to $60,000, individuals up to $45,000Tax credit worth 25% of premiums paid by people who buy insurance on their own
Flexibility for states to expand coverage under the federal Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIPs)Coverage for more children under the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIPs)
Help for small businesses to buy cheaper insurance through multistate organizationsEnact a Patient’s Bill of Rights, with access to specialists, emergency rooms, and the right to sue HMOs
Source: USA Today editorials, page 16A Apr 13, 2000

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