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News Release | U.S. PIRG | Health Care

Our Statement on House Passage of the American Health Care Act

Today’s House vote is a big step in the wrong direction for American consumers and the American health care system. It’s no secret that there are plenty of problems with health care in America, but the AHCA in its current form not only won’t address the real problems in our health care system—it is likely to make them worse.

Our Statement on the American Health Care Act

Friday, March 10, 2017
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Instead of taking on the high cost of health care and other urgent problems for consumers, Congress may be on the verge of severely damaging the nation’s health insurance markets, raising costs and degrading care for millions of Americans.

PIRG applauds decisions blocking health insurance mega-mergers

Friday, February 10, 2017
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This week, in a big win for consumers, a district court took action to block the proposed merger between health insurance giants Anthem and Cigna. This decision follows a ruling last month that blocked the proposed merger of two more of the nation’s biggest for-profit health insurers, Aetna and Humana. These decisions come after months of work by U.S. PIRG and a broad coalition of consumer and health care groups, urging close scrutiny of the mergers from state and federal regulators and raising questions and concerns about the potential impact of the mergers.

Report | Arizona PIRG Education Fund | Health Care

So You Have Health Insurance. Now What?

So You Have Health Insurance. Now What? provides tips for Arizona consumers deciding whether to keep their individual health insurance plan or switch to a new plan.

Report | Arizona PIRG Education Fund | Health Care

So you need health insurance? Now what?

The Arizona PIRG Education Fund has issued a guide to understanding your health insurance options and rights. The guide provides definitions of health insurance terms and tips for finding health insurance that won’t break the bank.

News Release | Arizona PIRG Education Fund | Health Care

With Beginning of Open Enrollment for Health Insurance, Efforts to Educate & Enroll Young Adults are Underway

With open enrollment for the Health Insurance Marketplace just underway, Pima Community College leaders, the Interim Regional Director for Health & Human Services (HHS) and members of the Cover Arizona coalition highlighted efforts to educate and enroll young Arizonans in health insurance.

News Release | Arizona PIRG Education Fund | Health Care

Phoenix College President, HHS Interim Regional Director, Cover Arizona Announce Plans to Educate and Enroll Arizonans

With the Health Insurance Marketplace set to open on November 15, Phoenix College leaders, the Interim Regional Director for Health & Human Services (HHS) and members of the Cover Arizona coalition announced plans to educate and enroll Arizonans in health insurance. Participants also provided tips on what Arizonans need to know to receive new health insurance or renew their existing insurance.

News Release | Arizona PIRG Education Fund | Health Care

College Grads: Is it Time for You to Review Your Health Coverage Options?

As the Class of 2014 graduates from Arizona colleges this month, many new degree-holders will take time to look for work in their chosen field, consider pursuing a higher degree or ponder their next move. Whichever path they choose, one of those important steps should include evaluating whether they will experience any gaps in health coverage during this time period.

News Release | Arizona PIRG Education Fund | Health Care

Groups Launch “Cover Arizona Week” Targeting Uninsured Statewide

This week, Cover Arizona, a coalition of organizations dedicated to the health and well-being of Arizonans, will host more than 50 community events statewide to provide opportunities for the uninsured to “Get Covered.”

News Release | Arizona PIRG Education Fund | Health Care

Arizona PIRG Education Fund Helps Young Adults Navigate New Health Insurance Landscape

With major components of the Affordable Care Act about to go into effect, the Arizona PIRG Education Fund launched a statewide education campaign to reach Arizona college students and others with facts about the law and tips to help them find coverage. As part of this effort, the Arizona PIRG Education Fund released their new guide So You Need Health Insurance. Now What? Arizona Health Insurance 101.

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