The Slow Boil Begins -- Mudville GazetteGreyhawk
The American Legion describes some potential problems with the newly proposed Obama/Shinseki "F#$k the Veterans" program:
The Legion argues that, depending on the severity of the medical conditions involved, maximum insurance coverage limits could be reached through treatment of the veteran's condition alone. That would leave the rest of the family without health care benefits. The Legion also points out that many health insurance companies require deductibles to be paid before any benefits are covered. Additionally, the Legion is concerned that private insurance premiums would be elevated to cover service-connected disabled veterans and their families, especially if the veterans are self-employed or employed in small businesses unable to negotiate more favorable across-the-board insurance policy pricing. The American Legion also believes that some employers, especially small businesses, would be reluctant to hire veterans with service-connected disabilities due to the negative impact their employment might have on obtaining and financing company health care benefits.
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My Comment: A good comprehensive review of this story from Greyhawk. A must read for all veterans.
Update: Veterans Groups Denounce Private Insurance Proposal -- Washington Post