Where can anyone get health insurance coverage for $295.00? In Massachusetts, a new law is set to go into effect that would require everyone to carry health insurance. If a business does not provide coverage for their employees, they would have to pay a fine of $295.00.
Now, if I'm the CEO of some corporation, and I'm looking to reduce costs, I'm cutting out health insurance tomorrow. Don't you think the average company pays out far more than that? Why would any sane executive sign on to the new program if it will cost more than paying the head tax?
And all those poor folks will get reduced premiums, with...now, who exactly is going to cover the difference between what the insurance costs and what they pay? Or will it be a case of getting what they pay for? I've looked at plenty of health insurance policies, looking to keep down the cost that I pay out of my pocket. You want cheaper insurance? Accept less coverage, and pray that you don't ever get really sick.
I've got to ask, since no news reports have covered this. Do the Christian Scientists have to pay up? Can they get a pass since they don't believe in doctors or modern medicine?
Maybe instead of spending state funds on insurance, Massachusetts would be better off sinking some money into physical education, exercise facilities, and instruction. Obesity is rife, kids are couch potatoes, and doctors are screaming about the avoidable illnesses that result from overeating and underexercising. Instead of treating the symptoms, how about treating the illness? That's health care that anyone could appreciate.
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