Universal Health Coverage

[seacrestkristi]

Why can't we all talk nice about it? We are all friends, aren't we? We all want what is best and most reasonable. How can we ever come to an agreement if we're all so :angry:? wE'RE ALL F627IN' GEENYUSES, AND ONE'S OPINION IS =TO THE OTHERS. ;-) nO ONE IS all RIGHT all THE TIME... aT LEAST WE ALL GIVE A RAT'S WE DO HAVE THAT IN COMMON.

 

[rapunzel]

Why can't we all talk nice about it? We are all friends, aren't we? We all want what is best and most reasonable. How can we ever come to an agreement if we're all so :angry:? wE'RE ALL F627IN' GEENYUSES, AND ONE'S OPINION IS =TO THE OTHERS. ;-) nO ONE IS all RIGHT all THE TIME... aT LEAST WE ALL GIVE A RAT'S WE DO HAVE THAT IN COMMON.

I didn't mean for the post to come across as angry, I am certainly not angry. I do, however, believe in debate. If everyone's opinion is equal, then there is no point to discourse. If someone posts a candidates talking points on a forum, I think it's right and fair to respond to those talking points in a thoughtful manner.

Instead of calling me a GEENYUS and saying no one is right all the time, argue with me and show me where I'm wrong. I think it's far more :angry: to attack me than to attack my post.

With all due respect, and I mean all due respect, it's not enough to care, we need to have a deep understanding of the positions we take on the issues.

 

[scooterbug44]

Hey, I spent hours on that post. I think it deserves a more thoughtful response.

Thank you for spending the time on it! I read it ALL and it was quite informative, like all your health care posts!

 

[hnooe]

Happy and Healthy New Year to all! May your doctor visits be minimal in 2008!
(Don't forget to do your regular screening tests.)

 

[seacrestkristi]

I didn't mean just you, Rapunzel, and I am very thoughtful. I have always tried to be respectful of you and your very strong opinions and I would appreciate the same. Thanks. I you and hnooe too. It just sounded like everyone was gettin' :angry:, and putting down other's intelligence or what you feel is a lack of. Sorry, nothin' personal. You chose to take it personal.

It's really way too complicated for me, or anyone else, to understand every detail. All I know is my own 'stories' with insurance companies and how they've discriminated against me and my daughter for reasons I don't care to share. I don't think insurance companies should be allowed to 'cherry pick' only healthy peeps, or to charge more for hx of taking meds at your own choosing. That's part of what I do know.

 

[Miss Kitty]

Hey, I spent hours on that post. I think it deserves a more thoughtful response.

I read it and thank you. I did not see any anger or put downs of any opposing viewpoint. I need to ask some questions, though. When I find the rest of my brain cells, I will ask.

 

[hnooe]

I read it and thank you. I did not see any anger or put downs of any opposing viewpoint. I need to ask some questions, though. When I find the rest of my brain cells, I will ask.

You are right Kitty. I think people have just come "up to the line" of controversy on this thread--no one has crossed it, in my opinion. For example, I read and try to absorb all of Skunkape's comments ( I may not accept them though). It is all for the good.

 

[scooterbug44]

Slightly tangential question - has anyone tried the health care savings account/plan instead of the standard health insurance?

Since I already pay for vision and dental out of pocket, my prescription drugs aren't covered, and I am quite healthy, I am thinking that might be the best way to go.

 

[wrobert]

Slightly tangential question - has anyone tried the health care savings account/plan instead of the standard health insurance?

I have asked several insurance agents about this plan as I was sort of interested in starting something myself. But I have not been able to find anyone that can really explain how it works to me. I have also questioned both the county and the school district why they do not consider such an offering for employees, but again all I get is blank stares. My family is pretty healthy and I would not mind doing something that allowed me to accumulate wealth that would eventually be mine instead of Blue Cross Blue Shield.

If you find someone versed in this sort of thing, please pass along their contact info.

 

[Camp Creek Kid]

I have asked several insurance agents about this plan as I was sort of interested in starting something myself. But I have not been able to find anyone that can really explain how it works to me. I have also questioned both the county and the school district why they do not consider such an offering for employees, but again all I get is blank stares. My family is pretty healthy and I would not mind doing something that allowed me to accumulate wealth that would eventually be mine instead of Blue Cross Blue Shield.

If you find someone versed in this sort of thing, please pass along their contact info.

Call a hospital's insurance dept. and have them explain. It is a little complicated, and I can't remember the details, but when they explained it to me, it didn't sound like such a great deal.