Gov. Hickenlooper, we agree. Hold rate hearings.

Gov. Hickenlooper, we agree. Hold rate hearings.

by Debra Judy, Policy Director CCHI has long advocated for transparency and public scrutiny of proposed health insurance rate increases. On numerous occasions, we’ve suggested that public hearings should be a part of the rate review process here in Colorado. And it...
Investing in Medicaid is Paying Off for Colorado

Investing in Medicaid is Paying Off for Colorado

by Ryan Biehle, Policy & Legislative Associate On Medicaid’s 50th anniversary, it’s worth a look back at how the biggest expansion in the program’s history has helped Coloradans. In Colorado, we place a lot of value on common-sense solutions that make our...
The Waiting Game: The Effect of Appointment Availability

The Waiting Game: The Effect of Appointment Availability

by Emily Michels, Health Policy Fellow Long wait times for doctor’s appointments could have a much bigger impact on your life than the annoyance of being stuck listening to office hold music. In a 2001 report, The Institute of Medicine’s (IOM) Committee on Optimizing...
A Shock at the Doc: Balance Billing and Consumer Protection

A Shock at the Doc: Balance Billing and Consumer Protection

by Emily Michels, Health Policy Fellow You’ve spent hours poring over insurance plan premiums, or perhaps worked with a health coverage guide to find what health plan works best for you, and now you get to see that choice in action. When you’re sick or hurt, the last...
Obamacare Subsidies upheld

Obamacare Subsidies upheld

by Adam Fox, Director of Strategic Engagement Today, the Supreme Court of the United States ruled in favor of consumers nationwide having access to more affordable health coverage. In King v. Burwell, the Supreme Court was asked to consider whether the federal...
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