Thread: Do you favor or oppose the Republican Plan for Healthcare Reform

Do you support the Republican Plan for healthcare reform? I've looked for one, and somehow I just can't find it.

Please provide specifics.

I voted no, but I do not support Obamacare either. This is the health care legislation I support.



HR 3075 provides truly comprehensive health care reform by allowing families to claim a tax credit for the rising cost of health insurance premiums. With many families now spending close to $1000 or even more for their monthly premiums, they need real tax relief – including a dollar-for-dollar credit for every cent they spend on health care premiums – to make medical care more affordable.



HR 3076 is specifically designed to address the medical malpractice crisis that threatens to drive thousands of American doctors – especially obstetricians – out of business. The bill provides a dollar-for-dollar tax credit that permits consumers to purchase "negative outcomes" insurance prior to undergoing surgery or other serious medical treatments. Negative outcomes insurance is a novel approach that guarantees those harmed receive fair compensation, while reducing the burden of costly malpractice litigation on the health care system. Patients receive this insurance payout without having to endure lengthy lawsuits, and without having to give away a large portion of their award to a trial lawyer. This also drastically reduces the costs imposed on physicians and hospitals by malpractice litigation. Under HR 3076, individuals can purchase negative outcomes insurance at essentially no cost.



HR 3077 makes it more affordable for parents to provide health care for their children. It creates a $500 per child tax credit for medical expenses and prescription drugs that are not reimbursed by insurance. It also creates a $3,000 tax credit for dependent children with terminal illnesses, cancer, or disabilities. Parents who are struggling to pay for their children's medical care, especially when those children have serious health problems or special needs, need every extra dollar.



HR 3078 is commonsense, compassionate legislation for those suffering from cancer or other terminal illnesses. The sad reality is that many patients battling serious illnesses will never collect Social Security benefits – yet they continue to pay into the Social Security system. When facing a medical crisis, those patients need every extra dollar to pay for medical care, travel, and family matters. HR 3078 waives the employee portion of Social Security payroll taxes (or self-employment taxes) for individuals with documented serious illnesses or cancer. It also suspends Social Security taxes for primary caregivers with a sick spouse or child. There is no justification or excuse for collecting Social Security taxes from sick individuals who literally are fighting for their lives.

I haven't seen one, but if I had to guess, it would probably result in an increase in profits for insurance companies.

[quote name='Formative Years' date='16 August 2009 - 01:33 PM' timestamp='1250443982' post='5994']

I haven't seen one, but if I had to guess, it would probably result in an increase in profits for insurance companies.

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Are you at all troubled by the fact that no one seems to know what the republican plan for healthcare reform is?

We already know that the first part of the plan is to kill the Democratic initiative any way that they can.

Let's say they succeed, and healthcare reform dies an ugly death (again). Now what? We already know that healthcare costs are crippling the economic health of the country, and are a significant factor in many personal bankruptcies. What are the Republicans providing as an alternative to the option proposed by the administration?

[quote name='Formative Years' date='16 August 2009 - 01:33 PM' timestamp='1250443982' post='5994']

I haven't seen one, but if I had to guess, it would probably result in an increase in profits for insurance companies.

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Formative Years, now didn't I tell you to go look at the big insurance companies websites. They SUPPORT OBAMACARE! Now, I do agree that the neocons wouldn't make a plan too much better, but you should take a look at the legislation that is proposed above. Maybe that'll be more to your liking.



"In fact I don't believe that the health insurance companies are all too worried about socialized healthcare as they will probably be next in line for bailouts or kick backs, but that is just my thoughts. They have had private meetings with Obama and I haven't heard a peep from them since. In fact go to the big insurance companies websites and see what they say about Obamacare.

Blue Cross

Aetna

Cigna provided no information for or against.

Humana

So these evil health insurance companies that Obama says is funding the "right" (which people are coming together from both sides) and "astro-turfing" are actually supporting health care reform. Hmmm, I smell a rat! I did the leg work for you, now all you have to do is read it."

Taken from another of my posts.

[quote name='johnlocke' date='16 August 2009 - 01:39 PM' timestamp='1250444390' post='5996']

Are you at all troubled by the fact that no one seems to know what the republican plan for healthcare reform is?

We already know that the first part of the plan is to kill the Democratic initiative any way that they can.

Let's say they succeed, and healthcare reform dies an ugly death (again). Now what? We already know that healthcare costs are crippling the economic health of the country, and are a significant factor in many personal bankruptcies. What are the Republicans providing as an alternative to the option proposed by the administration?

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It's very disconcerting, though I can't say I'm surprised by it. My guess is they feel they have no power, therefore they needn't worry about having a plan. Their "plan" is to demonize the Democrats plan, if that succeeds, they can use that later as one of their "accomplishments" next time they are up for re-election.

[quote name='eyedoc83' date='16 August 2009 - 01:45 PM' timestamp='1250444740' post='5998']

Formative Years, now didn't I tell you to go look at the big insurance companies websites. They SUPPORT OBAMACARE! Now, I do agree that the neocons wouldn't make a plan too much better, but you should take a look at the legislation that is proposed above. Maybe that'll be more to your liking.



"In fact I don't believe that the health insurance companies are all too worried about socialized healthcare as they will probably be next in line for bailouts or kick backs, but that is just my thoughts. They have had private meetings with Obama and I haven't heard a peep from them since. In fact go to the big insurance companies websites and see what they say about Obamacare.

Blue Cross

Aetna

Cigna provided no information for or against.

Humana

So these evil health insurance companies that Obama says is funding the "right" (which people are coming together from both sides) and "astro-turfing" are actually supporting health care reform. Hmmm, I smell a rat! I did the leg work for you, now all you have to do is read it."

Taken from another of my posts.

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I didn't say anything about Obamacare.

[quote name='johnlocke' date='16 August 2009 - 01:39 PM' timestamp='1250444390' post='5996']

Are you at all troubled by the fact that no one seems to know what the republican plan for healthcare reform is?

We already know that the first part of the plan is to kill the Democratic initiative any way that they can.

Let's say they succeed, and healthcare reform dies an ugly death (again). Now what? We already know that healthcare costs are crippling the economic health of the country, and are a significant factor in many personal bankruptcies. What are the Republicans providing as an alternative to the option proposed by the administration?

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I agree that most Republicans are just like the Democrats. They're supporting big corporate take overs is what it essentially comes down to. For a real solution I urge you to look at the proposed legislation that I posted. You want an alternative and there you have it! I hope you take the time to explore those options as much as you (I am sure) have read over the proposed health care plan by Obama.

[quote name='johnlocke' date='16 August 2009 - 01:39 PM' timestamp='1250444390' post='5996']

Are you at all troubled by the fact that no one seems to know what the republican plan for healthcare reform is?

We already know that the first part of the plan is to kill the Democratic initiative any way that they can.

Let's say they succeed, and healthcare reform dies an ugly death (again). Now what? We already know that healthcare costs are crippling the economic health of the country, and are a significant factor in many personal bankruptcies. What are the Republicans providing as an alternative to the option proposed by the administration?

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I just a google search for "Republican Health Care Plan". There are a ton of hits. Knock yourself out.



I see what schtick you're trying to do, but an ounce of research would have identified it as a tired talking point (which exists on both sides of the aisle)