Let the games begin ... again

Article Abstract:

Congressional Republicans and Democrats are poised for a debate in 1997 over Medicare reform that should surpass that of 1996 in terms of political heatedness. GOP leaders are waiting for Pres Clinton to present a reform plan. Both sides are arguing that the public wants moderation in reforming the $219 billion annual program, which is hugely popular. One particularly contentious area will be whether Republicans will agree to Clinton's proposed shift of home-care costs from Part A to Part B of Medicare.

Health Care Services, Cover Story, United States. Congress, Health care reform, Medicare

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Twice bitten

Article Abstract:

Democrats and Republicans have both suffered for their health policy mistakes in the past, but with the 1996 elections behind them, the two major political parties now need to pursue real steps towards the resolution of long-standing problems involving the health care sector. Problems with Medicare are of primary concern as the impact of this program on the nation's finances is rapidly growing out of control.

Political organizations, Health Care, Health Care and Social Assistance, HEALTH SERVICES, Republican Party-National, Health Programs, Democratic Party-National, Forecasts and trends, Column, Public health, Republican Party (United States), Democratic Party (United States), Medical policy, Health policy

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