NUR_6050 Discussion Assignment Wk3

NUR_6050 Discussion Assignment Wk3

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Politics and the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act

Regardless of political affiliation, individuals often grow concerned when considering perceived competing interests of government and their impact on topics of interest to them. The realm of healthcare is no different. Some people feel that local, state, and federal policies and legislation can be either helped or hindered by interests other than the benefit to society.

Consider for example that the number one job of a legislator is to be reelected. Cost can be measured in votes as well as dollars. Thus, it is important to consider the legislator’s perspective on either promoting or not promoting a certain initiative in the political landscape.

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• Review the Resources and reflect on efforts to repeal/replace the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
• Consider who benefits the most when policy is developed and in the context of policy implementation.

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Give an explanation for how you think the cost-benefit analysis in terms of legislators being reelected affected efforts to repeal/replace the ACA. Then, explain how analyses of the votes views may affect decisions by legislative leaders in recommending or positioning national policies (e.g., Congress’ decisions impacting Medicare or Medicaid). Remember, the number one job of a legislator is to be re-elected. Please check your discussion grading rubric to ensure your responses meet the criteria.

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Politics and the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act

Introduction

The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) is the most significant piece of legislation passed since President Obama took office. The law, which was approved by Congress in 2010, was designed to help millions of Americans with health insurance and reduce the number of people who go without coverage. It also included provisions that gave states additional flexibility in implementing their own health reform plans. The goal was to provide more medical services while keeping costs down for both consumers and taxpayers alike. Let’s take a look at some key aspects of the law’s passage through Congress, as well as its implementation at state levels:

The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act

The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act is a piece of legislation that was signed into law by President Obama on March 23, 2010. It’s also known as “Obamacare,” because it is the largest health care reform since Medicare and Medicaid were passed in 1965.

The law can be broken down into three parts:

• Medicaid expansion: This allows states to extend coverage to low-income adults who are not eligible for other government programs (like Medicare), unless they make up their own way of providing quality care at no additional cost. States have until September 2014 to decide whether or not they want to expand Medicaid eligibility under this provision; if they do so, they must establish an exchange where consumers will be able to shop for insurance plans based on their needs rather than pre-existing conditions or income level restrictions.* Individual mandate: Requires individuals who don’t have insurance coverage through an employer or purchased directly from an insurer through marketplaces established by states.* Prevention funds: Provides $10 billion each year until 2020 for prevention programs like smoking cessation counseling, obesity research, weight management services and more—this money helps states provide better care without adding costs onto future budgets.*

Democratic Efforts to Pass the Legislation

The legislative process is a series of steps that occur in the United States Senate and House of Representatives before a bill becomes law. The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act was passed on March 23, 2010, by both chambers of Congress following several years of debate over the health care reform proposal.

The bill was first introduced in July 2009 by President Barack Obama, who called it “the most important piece of social legislation since Medicare,” referring to his mother’s program for people over 65 years old who were not eligible for Medicaid but could afford private insurance coverage under Medicare Part D prescription drug program.[1] It passed through each chamber with bipartisan support and became law before being signed into law by President Obama on March 23, 2010;[2] however it took until December 2010 before all provisions were fully implemented across all 50 states.[3][4]

Political Reactions to the Health Care Reform Legislation

The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act was passed by Congress on March 23, 2010. The bill is a major overhaul of the U.S health care system that provides for national health insurance coverage for all Americans, including those with preexisting conditions who were previously unable to obtain coverage due to unaffordable premiums or copays. It also creates a new public health insurance option called “exchange” programs designed to provide better price transparency within competing private insurance options for consumers; promotes prevention, wellness programs and disease management; allows children up until age 26 on their parents’ policies; provides financial assistance for low-income individuals seeking out quality coverage through Medicaid Expansion; mandates comprehensive benefits packages including mental health services as well as maternity care at no cost (with exceptions); regulates drug pricing through negotiated discounts negotiated annually between manufacturers/distributors/pharmacies/etc., which reduces costs significantly over time while ensuring access remains available year round regardless of whether there’s an open enrollment period.;

Supreme Court Challenge to the Law

On June 28, 2012, the Supreme Court upheld the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act with a 5-4 majority. The decision was a victory for President Obama and Democrats in Congress who had passed it in 2010. It also represented a major setback for Republicans who opposed it and wanted to repeal or change it (the House voted dozens of times to do just that).

The decision overturned two previous rulings by lower courts that found parts of Obamacare unconstitutional: one ruling declared that individuals could not be required to buy health insurance; another ruled out requirements that all states expand Medicaid coverage under federal law (which would have covered millions more Americans).

Takeaway:

The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) has had a large impact on the U.S. healthcare system, and it’s been challenged in court by several groups that claim that the law is unconstitutional. It was passed by Democrats in Congress, but President Trump has said he will repeal it if given the chance.

Conclusion

Overall, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act was a huge success. The law has been implemented in full force and it has helped millions of Americans get access to affordable health insurance coverage. The law was also the first time that Congress worked together on a major piece of legislation, showing that bipartisanship can be achieved when there is cooperation and not just division among political parties.