Medicare reform: fundamental problems, incremental steps
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The complex nature of Medicare reform is discussed. None of the proposed reforms will alter the basic political and economic pressures arising from populating aging and technological developments in health care.
Publication Name: Journal of Economic Perspectives
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 0895-3309
Year: 2000
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Walking the tightrope on Medicare reform
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There is still disagreement about the basic aims of Medicare reform. The ability of the political system to balance conflicting interests will have a significant effect on Medicare.
Publication Name: Journal of Economic Perspectives
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 0895-3309
Year: 2000
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Medicare reform: the larger picture
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A long-term policy approach for Medicare reform is presented. A two-part approach covering income and medical care is suggested.
Publication Name: Journal of Economic Perspectives
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 0895-3309
Year: 2000
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