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OHSU Responds to Today`s U.S. Supreme Court Ruling on the Affordable Care Act

"...we believe that coverage for all Americans is an essential component required for real health reform." - OHSU President Dr. Joe Robertson, M.D., M.B.A.

(PORTLAND, OR) - This week, Oregon Health & Science University, along with other health care providers across the state, have been closely monitoring the nation's capital for the Supreme Court's ruling on the Affordable Care Act.

We are now thoroughly analyzing the decision.

Two Papers Examine Threat to Oregon`s Health Exchange Posed by `Adverse Selection`

OCPP has published two papers examining the threat that adverse selection poses to Oregon's health exchange.

(SILVERTON, Ore.) - Established by the 2011 Oregon legislature, the Oregon Health Insurance Exchange is a key part of the state's effort to create affordable, quality health coverage for all Oregonians. It's set to begin operating in 2014.

The laws that created the exchange, however, leave it exposed to a dynamic that has caused the demise of health insurance exchanges in other states: adverse selection.

Oregon`s High Court Upholds $9 Million Judgment Against Farmer`s Insurance

The majority opinion in the case noted that the high court considered the defendant’s arguments in the petition for review.

(SACRAMENTO) - The Oregon Supreme Court has has upheld a $8.9 million judgment against Farmer’s Insurance Co. of Oregon, following a class action complaint decrying the company’s practices related to payment of personal injury protection (PIP) benefits.

The decision, issued July 8, marked the Supreme Court’s second opinion in the case.

The Toxic Chinese Drywall Controversy

It is estimated that between 60,000 and 100,000 homes and commercial properties across the United States were made from this material.

(SAN FRANCISCO) - I first became aware of the problem of toxic drywall manufactured in China during my 2010 visit to New Orleans. Many homeowners rebuilt their homes after Hurricane Katrina in August 2005, and Hurricane Rita in September 2005 using Chinese drywall.

This drywall made occupants sick, corroded metal fixtures, and rendered homes unfit to live in. Homeowners had to tear out the drywall, corroded wiring, fixtures, etc.

Mercenary Medical Insurance and Mercenary Medical Doctors

The Medical Insurance Companies are “supposed” to be the advocates between patient and doctor! Surprise! They are not. They are in the same bed.

(MOLALLA, Ore.) - On June 3rd the Oregonian printed a headline Regence (Medical Insurance) Raised Premiums 22%.

One hundred and fifty victims came to a “Bitch session” asking WHY? WHY? WHY? I’m here to try and explain what’s going on but certainly not to endorse it.

Special Report The Great Immigration Stalemate

SB 1070's momentum could be dissipating, but immigration controversies are still stewing.

(LAS CRUCES, N.M.) - Five years ago, possibly millions of people marched across the US demanding justice for the nation’s estimated 12 million undocumented residents.

Hitting a high point with work stoppages on May Day 2006, the pro-immigrant protest was the largest social movement in the US since the civil rights and anti-Vietnam War years.

Help a Dad and His Kids Find the American Dream

7000 miles, 6 games, 3 weeks, 2 kids and one car.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - A former U.S. Marine from Oregon and his two kids will set out on a most unique educational and reporting journey.

Dave Ward of Portland, Oregon, wants to show his son the America we know in our heart, the one that has something to do with apple pie and baseball, and he could use a little help.

Time to Repeal the Health Insurance Industry`s Antitrust Exemption

Any comparative analysis of health care systems indicates that the greater the role of private, for-profit health insurance companies in the delivery of health care, the higher the cost.

(SAN FRANCISCO) - What happened to the "Health Insurance Industry Antitrust Enforcement Act of 2009" (S.1681)?

It passed the House in February with a bipartisan vote of 406 to 19. Now it is up to the Senate.

Bill Helping Small Businesses Provide Health Insurance Moves to Senate Floor

Senate committee makes progress on key agenda item, full vote expected Thursday.

(SALEM, Ore.) - On the second day of the February session, the Senate Health Care committee made progress on a key item on the Senate Democrats’ agenda, moving a bill that gives small businesses and their employees increased access to affordable health insurance.

“The recession has made providing health care much more difficult for small businesses,” said Senator Laurie Monnes Anderson (D-Gresham), chief sponsor of the bill and chair of the Senate Health Care Committee.

American Healthcare is Becoming a Dangerous Practice

For many doctors, a quest for profits soon takes the focus off their dedication to the health of their patients.

(EUGENE, Ore.) - The study of medicine is a science. The practice of medicine is often sloppy and dangerous. We can no longer believe in our doctors with blind faith, but must educate ourselves and manage our own health.

More people in the US are killed by medical errors each year, than auto accidents. The cost of US healthcare exceeds that of any other country in the world, yet the quality of healthcare is rated lower than the forty some European Union countries.