Monthly Archives: September 2011

FDA & price controls kill by obstructing development of life-saving medications

Posted on September 9, 2011 by Brian Schwartz

“Over the past two years shortages have developed for over 180 drugs, including cancer treatments. [Why?] FDA regulation, government price controls on already discounted but complex drugs, and policies that discourage the use of new medications.” Continue reading →

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Repealing health control law (Obamacare) will create jobs

Posted on September 8, 2011 by Brian Schwartz

The best thing that Congress can do to unleash jobs creation is to repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. Continue reading →

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Colorado underestimates Medicaid cost, scales back program

Posted on September 7, 2011 by Brian Schwartz

Colorado Medicaid grossly underestimates costs of expanded eligibility, & limits eligibility to the program. The underestimate shouldn’t surprise anyone – it’s typical of government estimates. Continue reading →

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Dangers of Accountable Care Organizations

Posted on September 6, 2011 by Brian Schwartz

So-called “Accountable Care Organization” pits doctors’ financial incentives against what is best for patients. Continue reading →

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Government insurance exchanges drive out employer coverage, taxpayers pay more

Posted on September 1, 2011 by Brian Schwartz

The cost of the Obamacare health control law will cost taxpayers more than expected. Employers will drop coverage because the penalties are low. They will also drop coverage because mandates effectively eliminate insurance brokers who help employers find good deals. Continue reading →

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