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Do Insurance Customers Get What They Think They're Paying For?
As they draw up new policies under Obamacare, California insurance companies are cutting premiums by cutting back on the number of doctors and hospitals available to consumers. But are Anthem Blue-Cross and other companies deceiving their customers?
By Warren Olney • • 27m ListenAs they draw up new policies under Obamacare, California insurance companies are cutting premiums by cutting back on the number of doctors and hospitals available to consumers. But consumers don’t always know that, and end up paying all the bills—all by themselves. Are Anthem Blue-Cross and other companies deceiving their customers?
Also, if LA County moves to institute Laura's Law, will court-ordered medication make up for the lack of beds for mentally ill people?
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2 storiesMore Insured, But Less Options
Under Covered California, Obamacare has gone relatively smoothly. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t any problems. The non-profit Consumer Watchdog has filed suit against Anthem Blue-Cross, which insures more Californians than any company except Kaiser.
Read the story14 minDo Court-Ordered Mental Health Services Work?
Laura’s Law was passed 12 years ago, named for a 19-year-old mental health worker shot by a patient in Nevada County. The core provision allows family members, treatment providers and law enforcement to seek court orders ordering mentally ill people to undergo treatment.
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