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Congressional Proposal Would Charge Older Americans Thousands of Dollars More for Health Insurance

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The rule cuts the sign-up period in half and increases premiums. Deductibles and out-of-pocket costs for consumers

At the same time, Congressman Greg Walden is dealing with a caucus that’s eager to enact such legislation.

Tickets are going fast for the Feb. 22 breakfast sponsored by Oregon Health Forum.

Insurers, physicians, and consumer advocates all agree: surprise bills are a big problem. Consumers are making numerous complaints about attempting to utilize their health plans’ networks, only to find some providers and services at Oregon hospitals are not actually in their network.

The Oregon Ambulatory Surgery Center Association is likely to win approval of legislation that will allow patients to extend their stay while recovering from surgery. The association overcame opposition from hospital systems such as Providence Health & Services, which has invested in ambulatory surgery centers as a way to lower costs, improve care and reduce the need for larger facilities.