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Study Outlines Positive Effects ACA Medicaid Expansion Would Have on SC

December 7, 2012

The University of South Carolina’s Moore School of Business recently analyzed the impact the Affordable Care Act’s  Medicaid expansion would have on South Carolina’s economy. And the findings are extremely positive. The Moore School of Business reports: If South Carolina chooses to participate in the ACA’s Medicaid expansion, it would generate approximately $11.2 billion between…

[MEETING NOTICE] Public Discussion on ACA Medicaid Expansion

December 4, 2012

Want to know more about the Affordable Care Act’s Medicaid expansion? Click below to view flyer detailing December 11’s public meeting to discuss the new health care law. Health_Care_Flyer_Blue_12-3-2012-Latest

Medicaid Reform

ACA Medicaid Expansion Brings Low Cost, Expanded Coverage to Millions

November 27, 2012

A new report from the Kaiser Family Foundation states that if all states were to enact the Medicaid expansion under President Obama’s Affordable Care Act,  an additional 21.3 million individuals would gain Medicaid coverage by 2022, only costing states about three percent more than the current rate. “States are deciding whether to expand the Medicaid…

Kathleen Sebelius

New Health Insurance Reform Rules Released

November 21, 2012

The Department of Health and Human Services has released a set of guidelines setting out to end discrimination against the sick, and guarantee minimum benefits for Americans who currently are not covered by health insurance but will be once the new health care law is enacted January 1, 2014. The guidelines, released by Secretary Kathleen…

Affordable Care Act

How the Affordable Care Act Is Making a Difference in South Carolina

November 7, 2012

Since its passage, the Affordable Care Act is improving life for South Carolinians every day. However, what is the ACA doing to improve our lives? Healthcare.gov  gives a great rundown of the benefits the ACA brings to the state. It provides new coverage options for young adults. Parents can now keep their children coverage on their…

Wells Fargo

[REPORT] Wells Fargo: Government’s Reimbusement for Expanded Medicaid Coverage “Too Good to Pass Up”

November 1, 2012

Wells Fargo recently released a report detailing the Affordable Care Act’s requirement that states expand their Medicaid program. In its findings, Wells Fargo financial advisors concluded that expanding Medicaid coverage is “too good to pass up.” Click below to read the full report (pdf). Medicaid Expansion Update_081712[1]

Nearly $230M Invested in National Health Service Corps in 2012

October 16, 2012

Nearly $230 million has been invested in the National Health Service Corps this year, according to Secretary of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius. Included in these investments are 4,600 loan repayment and scholarships to clinicians and students, and grants awarded to 32 states to aid their state loan repayment programs. “Thanks to the Affordable Care Act, the…

Obama’s Health Care Law: Your Questions Answered

October 12, 2012

Does the new health care law cover illegal immigrants? How does it affect those who are not U.S. citizens, but are living in the United States legally? To get a better grip on Obama’s health care law and how it’s effect on both legal and illegal immigrants, Kaiser Health News answered the top five questions…

October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October 4, 2012

Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer and the second-leading cause of cancer death among American women. Check out the video below of Secretary of  Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius on the importance of early detection and prevention methods. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m4D-3nB3veA&w=560&h=315] (Video courtesy of http://www.hhs.gov)

Clear health care information is now available for millions of Americans

September 25, 2012

This was released earlier this week by U.S. Department of Health & Human Services:  Health care law ensures consumers get clear, consistent information about health coverage  Because of the health care law, millions of Americans will have access to standardized, easy-to-understand information about health plan benefits and coverage. Insurance companies and employers are now required to…

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