Action Alerts
Voices for Affordable Health is based in the Pacific Northwest. We deliver consumer emails to your elected representatives in Olympia, Salem, Boise, Salt Lake City and Washington, D.C.
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Washington
A new report from the Washington State Insurance Commissioner finds health care costs continue to rise in the state and consolidation within the health care industry is one of the key factors driving up prices. Voices for Affordable Health supports policies that protect consumers and guard against anti-competitive practices.
Oregon
The Oregon Health Authority reports health care costs grew faster in Oregon than the national average. In fact, hospital outpatient costs rose 10.1% statewide between 2020 and 2021, retail pharmacy costs for Oregonians covered by the Medicaid program grew by 11.6%. Voices for Affordable Health Advocates have emailed their legislators and key policymakers asking them to make affordable health care a top priority. Advocates have also asked Oregon lawmakers to protect their ability to get medications they need at a price they can afford.
Idaho
A recent survey on health care access and affordability in Idaho finds Idahoans are deeply concerned about their access to affordable health care. Voices for Affordable Health advocates for state and national solutions that promote accessible and affordable care, including: Support for expansion of home-based care. More transparency regarding private equity firms investing in health care services. Making lower-cost medications available. And protecting consumers from hidden fees, such as Emergency Room fees or so-called “facility fees.”
Utah
A recent survey by KFF, a health policy research and news organization, found about half of U.S. adults find it difficult to afford health care and one in four reported that either they or a family member had problems paying for health care in the past year. Voices for Affordable Health supports state and national solutions that include: Support for expansion of home-based care. More transparency regarding private equity firms investing in health care services. Making lower-cost medications available. And protecting consumers from hidden fees, such as Emergency Room fees or so-called “facility fees.”