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Redefining the Safety Net

Should California establish a Basic Health Program for certain low-income residents? CHCF's Marian Mulkey captures a recent policy conversation in a Health Affairs blog.

The Good and Bad of High-Deductible Health Plans

Health Affairs looks at the pros and cons of consumers paying more of their medical costs. As HDHPs grow in popularity, billions of dollars may be saved, but prevention might decline.

Growth CDHP Could Save

Doctors Weigh Cancer Care Against Cost

A new survey of oncologists reveals that while they are sensitive to price in the abstract, they tend to yield their cost-effectiveness notions when considering treatment for actual patients. HA Value Cancer Drugs

Ties That Bind

Physicians and hospitals are increasingly looking to integrate in response to changing economic conditions and the promptings of the Affordable Care Act.

Physician Hospital Integration 2012

Home Is Where the Hearth Is

Innovative nursing homes are reinventing themselves with the idea that smaller is better. How do regulations hinder and help this nascent movement?

Home Hearth Nursing Homes

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Chart à la Carte

Select data charts and graphs from CHCF reports to create your own presentation.

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On Practical Progress

CHCF President & CEO
Dr. Mark Smith says "health reform is happening" in a blog post for JAMA Forum.

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State Health Policy

CHCF's Sacramento office offers events and resources for policymakers, the media, and the public.

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