One of the most controversial issues in the healthcare reform debate is whether to add a new government-run health plan option for working Americans. However, most stakeholders have found common ground on most key issues.
| Issue | President | Consumers | Doctors/Hospitals | Employers | Insurers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expand coverage to everyone | X | X | X | X | X |
| More research on which procedures, drugs & devices work best | X | X | X | X | X |
| Require insurers to cover everyone regardless of pre-existing conditions | X | X | X | X | X |
| Prohibits insurers from varying premiums based on health status | X | X | X | X | X |
| Reward doctors & hospitals for providing better care | X | X | X | X | X |
| Subsidies to make coverage affordable for working individuals families | X | X | X | X | X |
| Promote health & wellness programs, including eating right, more exercise, & stop smoking | X | X | X | X | X |
| New government-run health plan that could force employers to drop coverage and take away choice | X | Some |
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