Health law plans leave some underinsured
The article notes that while Obama care helps with premiums, many patients with cancer or chronic diseases still face high out-of-pocket costs. Experts from Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network warn that deductibles and copayments can leave patients underinsured despite coverage.
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Government urges end to religious exemption stay on contraception rule
The Obama administration asks Justice Sonia Sotomayor to dissolve her last minute stay blocking the Affordable Care Act contraceptive coverage requirement. The stay was issued New Year is Eve hours before the rule took effect. Most insurance plans must include birth control under the law.
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Comment on contraceptive coverage by FDA rules
The reader is urged to comment on coverage of FDA approved contraceptives as preventive care free to patients. The notice notes exemptions for churches and houses of worship but says affiliated institutions serving the public such as charities, universities and hospitals are not exempt.
Adding Baby to Health Law Plans Still Complicated
The Obama administration confirms no quick method to add a newborn or other life changes to coverage via HealthCare.gov. Insurers must cover babies but families must separately notify the government later, while site updates lag. About 2 million people have signed up so far and officials see a "new day in health care" despite early snags.
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