Potential Adverse Consequences to Proposed Changes in FSC regulations
MassAHU is concerned about potential adverse consequences of the proposed changes to the Fair Share Contribution regulations to take effect on October 1, 2009 (114.5 CMR 16:00: Determination of...
View ArticleMassAHU comments on Payment Reform Commission Report
The Massachusetts Association of Health Underwriters (MassAHU), a membership organization of professional health insurance brokers, consultants and other professionals, shares the concern for...
View ArticleBusiness Perspectives on Health Care Reform
Health care reform is a complicated challenge and one without a simple solution. Where do we start? Let's look at the best practices and lessons learned from the Massachuestt's "experiment." Three...
View ArticleMassAHU Promotes Bipartisan Health Care Reform Efforts
Massachusetts (MA) implemented sweeping healthcare reform in 2006 and the law was passed with bipartisan support. What is the good news? Massachusetts ranks #1 in the country with 97% of its...
View ArticleOverview of the Affordable Health Plan
The Affordable Health Plan (HB-4452) would require health care providers and health insurers to limit their costs to help small businesses and individuals. The bill would limit the rates doctors and...
View ArticleTestimony Given on LTC Rates at Joint Committee on Financial Services Hearing
Good afternoon Mr. Chairman and members of the committee. My name is Tobe Gerard. I am here today in 4 capacities: 1) As an owner of an insurance agency specializing exclusively in long term care...
View ArticleIs it Scope Creep or True Intent?
In 2006, MA passed landmark healthcare reform legislation to address the “easy” issue with healthcare – insuring the uninsured. Prior to the passage of that law, MA ranked 3rd in the country for the...
View ArticleBe careful what you wish for America…
As the economy continues to struggle with high unemployment and massive amounts of new debt – Congress enacted the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, also known as “ObamaCare.” This new law...
View ArticleMassAHU's concerns with SB 2437
MassAHU would like to acknowledge and support the following in Senate President Murray's Bill, SB 2437, An Act to Promote Cost Containment, Transparency and Efficiency in the Provision of Quality...
View ArticleTHE SPECIAL COMMISSION TO MAKE INVESTIGATION AND STUDY RELATIVE TO THE IMPACT...
The Massachusetts Association of Health Underwriters (MassAHU) is a state association and chapter of the National Association of Health Underwriters (NAHU). MassAHU’s membership is comprised of...
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