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Health Care Reform

Health Care Reform

Fix what’s broken, keep what works

Independence Blue Cross strongly supports comprehensive health care reform that would extend coverage to all Americans and provide quality, affordable care. As legislation for health care reform takes shape over the coming months, we will remain deeply engaged in the national discussion and focused on advocating for what we believe will best serve our members.

FEATURED NEWS

Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid unveils health bill for debate.

November 15 — New CMS report sheds doubt on house bill cost savings.

November 7 — The House passes its health bill late Saturday night, by a 220-215 margin.

Read what the House bill includes.

PDF icon See how representatives in PA and NJ voted.

Health Care Reform

This section contains information relevant to health care reform, such as the ideas and proposals currently under review and when and how they could become law. It also includes our positions on reform and those of the insurance industry, as well as details on the reasons for rising health care costs.

Cross Overview

Cross Our Position

Cross Health Care Reform Timeline

Cross News and Updates

Cross Key Stakeholders

Cross About Rising Health Care Costs

Cross The “Top Ten” Misconceptions About Health Insurers

Cross Summaries of Reform Legislation

Cross Glossary of Key Terms

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