Health Care

Is there broad access to health insurance as protection against income interruption and asset depletion from medical bills?

Access to health care provides families with a safety net that complements their asset ownership and protects against the financial burdens of a major medical emergency or treatment of a chronic illness. 

Outcome Measures Uninsured Rate Uninsured by Race Uninsured by Income Uninsured by Gender Uninsured Low-Income Children Uninsured Low-Income Parents Employer-Provided Insurance Coverage Employee Share of Premium Out-of-Pocket Medical Expenses

Policy Measures Policy Priorities Access to Health Insurance Additional Policies Expanded COBRA Coverage Healthcare Information Databases