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California to force companies to reinstate

The LA Times reports that California officials are going to force insurers to reinstate people whose policies were rescinded over incomplete or inaccurate information supplied in the underwriting/application process.
Insurers have long practiced the policy of rescission on the grounds that it is necessary in the never ending war against fraud. On the other hand, [...]

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In California, Docs rushing to exit Medi-Cal

The LA Times reports that California docs are taking money out of their own pockets to pay for medical expenses not covered by Medi-Cal. In February, the Legislature rolled back Medi-Cal payouts by 10%, further exasperating the problem.
exits.http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-medical24mar24,0,4323049.story
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As baby boomers begin to age, the crisis in California is only going to get worse. [...]

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