Massachusetts Health Reform

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Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service

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Provides background information on main components of Massachusetts legislation passed in 2006 to achieve near-universal health insurance coverage by expanding Medicaid and State children's health ...

Provides background information on main components of Massachusetts legislation passed in 2006 to achieve near-universal health insurance coverage by expanding Medicaid and State children's health insurance program eligibility, providing premium subsidies for certain individuals, and mandating the purchase of insurance for those who can afford it. Evaluates initial impact of law on coverage, costs, access to care, employers, and uncompensated care. Includes tables and graphs.

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