When it comes to questions, people might be asking where the Republicans are. Do they have an alternative plan? Yes they do, but few people seem to know about it. As the debate about ObamaCare rages nationwide (a summary of HR 3200 can be seen here), the idea of government taking over health care services is becoming less and less appealing. Think about it: The federal government runs Amtrak, the Post Office, and state governments run their own DMVs. Amtrak cannot turn a profit; the Post Office is planning on closing numerous offices nationwide and is considering ending six-day service. And waiting in line at the DMV just to renew your driver’s license can be an hours-long ordeal to which no one looks forward to except those with no lives whatsoever.
Is this what we want when it comes to going to the doctor? It seems not. Americans concerned about the future of themselves and their loved ones are attending town hall meetings and rallies nationwide, asking questions and demanding answers.
Some elected representatives from the majority party are showing their disdain for the proceedings by claiming it’s un-American, yelling, complaining and even taking a cell phone call during questioning. They seem to be wondering why the American people are questioning their judgment, forgetting that it’s the American people for whom they work – not the other way around.
When it comes to questions, people might be asking where the Republicans are. Do they have an alternative plan? Yes they do, but few people seem to know about it.
Republican Study Committee Chairman Tom Price (who can be seen here saying that the current bill will give 97 percent of the American people access – not to quality health care, but to the opportunity stand in line) has introduced the Empowering Patients First Act, which it says would grant access to affordable, quality health care for all Americans, and is centered around the patient. By increasing patients’ control over their health decisions, the RSC says coverage will become more affordable, accessible and responsive, while offering more choices and the highest-quality care.
This solution is centered around four main principles:
#1: Access to Coverage for All Americans
The Empowering Patients First Act makes the purchase of health care financially feasible for all Americans, covers pre-existing conditions, protects employer-sponsored insurance, and shines light on existing health care plans.
#2: Coverage is Truly Owned by the Patient
This legislation grants greater choice and portability to the patient, and also gives employers more flexibility in the benefits offered. It also expands the individual market by creating several pooling mechanisms.
#3: Improve the Health Care Delivery Structure
Physicians know the best care for their patient. That's why this legislation establishes doctor-led quality measures, ensuring that you get the quality care you need. It also reimburses physicians to ensure the stability of your care, and encourages healthier lifestyles by allowing employers to offer discounts for healthy habits through wellness and prevention programs.
#4: Rein in Out-of-Control Costs
A key concern in positive reform is reining in out-of control costs. This legislation does this by reforming the medical liability system. Also, the cost of the plan is completely offset through decreasing defensive medicine, savings from health care efficiencies, sifting out waste, fraud and abuse, plus an annual one-percent non defense discretionary spending step down.
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