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House Republicans moved to divert money from the healthcare reform law's prevention and public health fund to shore up a program the law created to give temporary relief to Americans who can't otherwise afford health insurance because of pre-existing conditions.
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Although the Baltimore-Washington area is one of the wealthiest in the nation and has advanced healthcare systems commensurate with such incomes, it's also known for the care and coverage provided to its low-income residents.
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States are exploring ways to boost enrollment in a federal program that provides health insurance to the uninsured with pre-existing conditions amid lagging public enthusiasm.
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National enrollment in a pre-existing condition health plan created by last year's healthcare reform law has increased by 50% in the past three months to more than 12,000 Americans, HHS said. The program is a temporary one created as a bridge for those with pre-existing conditions with no other...
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