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Health Care Econ-101 For Governor

March 31, 2011 By josh_pioneer

During an appearance on WTKK-FM today, Governor Patrick dipped his toe into the free care controversy (Health Safety Net) that has been splashed over the pages of The Boston Herald. Here and here. Some highlights (lowlights) from the … [Read more...]

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FactCheck.org: ‘RomneyCare’ Facts and Falsehoods

March 29, 2011 By josh_pioneer

FactCheck.org visited Pioneer’s office a couple of weeks ago to learn more about the Massachusetts health reform law. Without a doubt this will be a big issue in the 2012 presidential campaign. A few thoughts on the article: 1. More … [Read more...]

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Governor Patrick Found the Silver Bullet for Cost Containment?

February 17, 2011 By josh_pioneer

Thoughts on Governor Deval Patrick's speech this morning about phase II of health reform in Massachusetts: cost containment. Without seeing the bill language these are my thoughts-however, it sounds like much "fussing over the details" will … [Read more...]

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Real Competition at the Health Connector?

February 11, 2011 By josh_pioneer

The Connector Board yesterday moved forward with plans to introduce "competition" into the bidding process for insurers selling to those buying coverage within Commonwealth Care (CommCare). CommCare: more than 160,000 residents - … [Read more...]

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Governor Patrick’s Budget on Health Care: Playing Around the Edges

January 28, 2011 By josh_pioneer

The budget grants the MA Secretary of HHS authority to change benefits and eligibility in MassHealth when possible- however her actions are restricted by the many constraints placed on the state by the federal government in the stimulus and … [Read more...]

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