Two States, Two Styles of ObamaCareJuly 8, 2013 | Pauline BartoloneMillions of uninsured Americans are expected to buy coverage through new health insurance marketplaces called exchanges next year. Nevada and California are busy building state-based exchanges, using different means to achieve the same ends. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Health Care Advocates Applaud New Budget And Medi-Cal ExpansionJune 27, 2013 | Pauline BartoloneThere was a sense of celebration as Governor Jerry Brown signed the California budget today, especially among health care advocates. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Large Employer Health Care Penalty Fails To Pass California AssemblyJune 27, 2013 | Pauline BartoloneA bill that would have imposed financial penalties on large companies with workers who wind up on California’s Medicaid program failed in the Assembly today. But it didn't go without heated debate.
Nevada Announces Grants for Health 'Navigators'June 20, 2013 | Pauline BartoloneNevada’s health insurance marketplace created under the Affordable Care Act has announced the agencies that will enroll uninsured people in health coverage this year. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State Fiscal Plan Leaves Hole in Sacramento County's Health BudgetJune 17, 2013 | Pauline BartoloneA top Sacramento county official says the new California budget will mean local health services will take a hit next year. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Medi-Cal Expansion Bills Head to Governor Brown's DeskJune 16, 2013 | Pauline BartoloneTwo California bills to expand the state health program for the poor were passed by California lawmakers over the weekend.
California Insurance Commissioner Wants Anthem Locked Out of Group ExchangeJune 13, 2013 | Pauline BartoloneThe California Department of Insurance says a major company should be left out of a new health insurance marketplace for small businesses. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State and Counties Strike Deal on Health SpendingJune 11, 2013 | Pauline BartoloneCalifornia county and state negotiators have come to a budget deal on how local governments can use state dollars for health care under the Affordable Care Act.
President Touts Federal Health Law in CaliforniaJune 7, 2013 | Pauline BartolonePresident Obama used a stop in San Jose today to highlight California’s efforts to implement the Affordable Care Act. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
County Official Says State Budget Could Endanger Public Health ProgramsJune 6, 2013 | Pauline BartoloneA county official says a state budget fight over money for health services involves more than care for the uninsured. The money also pays for programs that protect everyone from disease. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.