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In April 2006, Massachusetts enacted far-reaching health care reforms (see box).^1,2 Starting in July 2007, all state residents must carry a minimum level of health insurance, a requirement that will be enforced through the state tax return. Coverage may be through an employer, Medicaid, Medicare, or new programs that will facilitate the purchase of private coverage. In many instances, failure to comply with the new law will lead to financial penalties. By 2009, the proportion of state residents who are insured should markedly increase.

View this table:   Key Components of the Massachusetts Plan.

 
The reforms follow months of intense discussions and have . . . [Full Text of this Article]

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Dr. Steinbrook (rsteinbrook@attglobal.net) is a national correspondent for the Journal.

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