Banco Popular de Puerto Rico

The government should help the working man!!

It sure sounds nice to say. But the cost would be staggering. And what of the employees who work somewhere with no COBRA obligation. What will Uncle S do for them? Typical politics...1,000 men hacking at the branches of the problem and none at the roots.

I think it might be a good option for people who are using COBRA to bridge coverage while they wait to become medicare eligible. However, it seems like it could cause employers to increase COBRA premiums resulting in the the Gov't subsidizng employers. Too much opportunity for misuse.

This happens all the time. I used to participate in a plan that didn't cover well-baby care and immunizations. I have heard hospital administrators reject intensive diabetes clinics because they "make money on complications". Without a doubt, early intervention improves outcome, but the weight of funding...

Absolutely!

I think it sounds like an interesting idea, I don't know if I am in favor or not. It would certainly help individuals and families who have lost their income. I have to agree that many workers have been sheltered from the true costs of health care. I have spoken with many people who tell me they were...

We know COBRA is at best a very short term solution for those who lose their jobs and need health insurance. In today's economy and high unemployment, COBRA's cost make it a very ineffective solution. I would urge the Congress and the President to find a speedy solution and subsidizing COBRA's cost...

I offer support only if they subsidize, in the same proportions, the premiums for all payors.

It sounds like it would be another bit of help to folks who have lost their jobs.

I have mixed feelings. Having no health insurance coverage is risky enough when employed; it could be catostrophic when coupled with unemployment. Considering the current economic state, I can see the benefit of not letting citizens slip deeper into the financial abyss trying to pay for medical conditions...