Uploaded: Sun, Jan 12, 2020, 8:56 am Gov. Gavin Newsom to propose that California manufacture its own generic drugs, lowering prescription costs by Judy Lin, Elizabeth Aguilera/CalMatters In a bold strategy to drive down prescription drug prices, Gov. Gavin Newsom is proposing that California become the first state in the nation to establish its own generic drug label, making those medications available at an affordable price to the state's 40 million residents. The proposal, part of the new state budget Newsom is expected to send to the Legislature on Friday, would authorize the state to negotiate contracts with drugmakers to manufacture selected prescriptions on behalf of California. Such...
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As California moves closer than ever to offering free health care to low-income undocumented adults—at a potential cost of $1 billion—battle lines are being drawn about who should benefit, and who ultimately will pay the price. On the surface, the arguments are familiar, with supporters insisting this is the humane thing to do, and opponents demanding that state tax dollars go only to citizens. But there are deeper questions to consider. Among them: If California keeps denying preventative and basic health care to hundreds of thousands of immigrants here illegally, does that put the health of all Californians more at risk? But if the state adds more undocumented immigrants to the state’s...
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The percentage of Californians without health insurance remained stable and low in 2018, thanks to actions by state legislators, according to a policy brief produced by the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research. The findings are unlike the rest of the nation, which saw an increase in the rate of uninsurance. The uninsured rate dropped nearly by half to 8.1% last year, compared with 15.5% in 2013, according to the brief. Insurance coverage is one of many topics covered in newly released data from the 2018 California Health Interview Survey. The 2018 edition of the survey, which includes responses from 23,195 children, adolescents and adults, is the nation’s largest state health survey...
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Finding Affordable Health Insurance in California The great news for Californians is that the state offers a great variety of Health Insurance options. From long-term plans to provide you and your family with Major Medical coverage, to Short-Term plans to help protect you from coverage gaps, you’ll be able to find exactly the plan you need. Who Needs Coverage? When the Affordable Care Act was passed, it made it a requirement that all residents of the US have health insurance that meet the minimum standards outlined in the act. Everyone must be enrolled in their health plan throughout the year. If you do not have health coverage you will be required to pay a tax penalty. What’s available?...
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Individual Health Plans – California Health Insurance Buying Guide Do you need to buy individual or family health insurance in California? Shopping for health insurance in California can seem a little overwhelming. In addition to private individual and family health insurance plans, California offers a variety of public health insurance programs under the Affordable Care Act, including Medi-Cal and Medicare (older than 65). Individual and family health insurance plans can be purchased with a licensed broker through the state exchange “Covered California” and through a private health insurance company. Eis Health Insurance Solutions offer free service that helps you uncover a plan...
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Health Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet everyones different needs. This includes excellent Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accidental and Basic Life. 401K Match Anthem has an outstanding 401(k) plan and match program. Through the 401(k) plan, both you and Anthem contribute to help build the foundation of your financial future. The plan allows you to save for retirement by setting aside eligible earnings from your paycheck on either a traditional pre-tax basis, or an after-tax Roth 401(k) basis, or any combination of the two. Anthem then matches your contributions up to a total potential match of 4.5...
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Two highly respected free clinics provide a medical home to low-income and uninsured individuals residing in San Mateo county. This enables them to access the health care they need without accumulating the disabling debt often associated with healthcare expenses. The clinics offer comprehensive, integrated services, including primary and specialty medical, dental, vision, and mental health care. We take a holistic, person-centered approach to healthcare. A patient starts by meeting with either a Case Manager or Clinic Manager to assess social, financial, housing, and other needs. Our team of physicians, dentists, and staff then helps patients get the care they need. Who is Treated? Patients...
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With Sammy Caiola, Sophia Bollag, Michael Finch and Yesenia Amaro Eduardo Contreras thought he would finally see some financial security this year. For some time, his family had struggled on an income of about $50,000. Then Contreras got a new job as a cook at a winery, with better pay and more hours. In 2019, he and his wife, a hotel housekeeper, expect to clear $80,000. With an increase in family income of more than 50 percent, they looked forward to some relief from the pressure. But then the 46-year-old Orange County resident took a look at his new monthly health insurance premium: $1,045, an increase of almost $700. That’s partly because his wife, who hasn’t been covered...
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Overview Of Health Insurance In California California, nicknamed The Golden State for a number of reasons including the gold rush and fields of yellow poppies, is known for its booming economy, hundreds of miles of golden coast, and Hollywood. As the 31st state to enter the union, California ranks 3rd in total area, and 1st in population. California also cracks the top 10, coming in at the number 7 healthiest state in the country. With plenty of hiking trails, beaches, and national parks, it’s not hard to see why residents of The Golden State boast one of the longest lifespans in the nation. However, there’s always room for improvement when it comes to your healthcare, and health coverage...
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Is Your Business Eligible for Group Coverage? Under California law AB1672, small employers are guaranteed group coverage should they choose to purchase it, regardless of the employees’ health status. A “small employer” is defined as a business with 2 to 50 full-time employees. In 2016, a small employer will be defined as a business with 2 to 50 full-time employees. Owners are generally counted as employees, so sole proprietorships with one employee fall into this category, as do partnerships without any employees (by definition partnerships have two or more partners). California state law AB1672 says that small employers cannot be denied coverage as long as they: Have been...
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