Republicans playing games at the 11th hr (close of the Federal fiscal year in conjunction with inception of Obamacare enrollment period).
Is anyone surprised?[/quote]
Only peripherally related to this post, I think you mentioned that one of your concerns about exchange policies with small networks is the lack of coverage when traveling. One of the provisions of the law is that exchange plans can’t charge more for emergency room visits for out-of-network providers. If you have a $250 deductible for in-network, it’s the same for out-of-network providers.
And no, I’m not surprised. GOP legislators have figured out that the exchanges will function far beyond expectations. They’re panicking before it fully goes into effect.[/quote]
That’s good to know, SK. Thanks! If it applies to closed networks, such as most EPO’s, or exclusive-to-SD networks such as Sharp Healthcare, for example, I’ll consider them along with the Blue Shield PPO. Deductibles are less of a concern to me than carrier and network size/choice of providers.
Now, all we have to find out from CoveredCA is WHICH carriers/plans will be offered on WHICH metal level. This info has been available for months on other states’ exchange websites but not in CA yet.
