Obama opens door to tax on health benefits in push for healthcare reform
President Obama signaled openness to a tax on pricey health plans as lawmakers and the White House seek about 150 billion dollars in hospital concessions to back broad reform. Senate Finance Chair Max Baucus works toward a bipartisan outline ahead of a weeklong Senate recess. Hospitals may face roughly 155 billion dollars in reductions over the next decade amid government program fee cuts.
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Prevention not always cost effective for health gains
A discussion of diabetes prevention programs shows some groups save money and improve health while others do not. Indiana University researchers cite cost and outcomes. studies suggest group coaching can match one on one at low monthly cost. Experts note prevention boosts value, not always the budget, with vaccines and screenings highlighted as cost effective.
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Douglas County Faces Tough Budget Decisions in 2010
Douglas County eyes a tighter 2010 operating budget of 35.8 million, down from 36.5 million in 2009, as property values fall 1.3 percent. County leaders warn mill levies may stay level but expect deeper cuts, including a 3 percent agency-wide reduction and ongoing cost-saving measures such as early retirements and a 1 percent cost of living adjustment. Budget hearings set for Monday and Tuesday at the Douglas County Courthouse.
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