Latest California Healthline Stories
Schwarzenegger, Democrats Agree on Drug Discount Plan
An agreement between Gov. Schwarzenegger and legislative Democrats would provide prescription drug discounts to low- and middle-income residents, but Republicans, drug companies and some advocates have criticized the proposal. Sacramento Bee et al.
Single-Payer Bill Likely Will Be Vetoed, Columnist Writes
Gov. Schwarzenegger is expected to veto legislation to create a single-payer health care system in California based on his criticism of gubernatorial candidate Phil Angelides’ support of universal health care coverage. Sacramento Bee.
Nurses Release Film on Conflicts With Schwarzenegger
A film titled “Nurses vs. Arnold: Terminating Political Corruption” is intended to rally support for a ballot measure sponsored by the California Nurses Association that would increase the corporate tax to publicly finance political campaigns. Oakland Tribune.
End-Of-Year Medicare Payments Will Be Delayed
Medicare will delay reimbursements to health care providers for the last nine days of the current fiscal year until after Oct. 1. AP/Washington Times.
Workers at Large Companies Dropping Health Coverage
Large companies that employ 1,000 or more workers are experiencing a decline in participation in employer-sponsored health plans because of cost. Wall Street Journal.