Mental health services advance as criticism mounts, advocates say

Mental health services advance as criticism mounts, advocates say

Oklahomans and Tulsans’ access to and use of mental health services has improved significantly in recent years, despite complaints to the contrary, several leaders in the field say. We’re checking boxes, said Carrie Slatton-Hodges, commissioner of the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, during a visit to… Continue Reading Mental health services advance as criticism mounts, advocates say

Jamie Burton’s Column: The ACA’s Role in Managing Health Care Costs Before Medicare

Jamie Burton's Column: The ACA's Role in Managing Health Care Costs Before Medicare

Access to affordable health care has long been a concern for individuals in the United States, particularly before reaching Medicare eligibility age. The Affordable Care Act, signed into law in 2010, brought significant changes to the health care landscape, providing critical solutions to those who were not yet eligible for… Continue Reading Jamie Burton’s Column: The ACA’s Role in Managing Health Care Costs Before Medicare

The goal of state health care cost policy proposals

The goal of state health care cost policy proposals

Lawmakers continued to grapple with Indiana’s high health care costs Thursday, determining what state actions would be effective in strengthening a free market. Two national experts testified virtually before the committee to share what other states had done and examine options, but lawmakers appeared frustrated by the need for action.… Continue Reading The goal of state health care cost policy proposals