Monthly Archives: October 2012

Public Option Back from the Grave!

Posted on October 31, 2012 by OCTS1

Obamacare could only be sold with a pack of lies. One was that the final bill foreclosed the public option (i.e., government-sponsored insurance).  Not so. It’s back by virtue of administrative wizardry and hair-splitting. This is another stunning breach of … Continue reading →

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Ohio Individual Policies Skyrocket 55-85%

Posted on October 31, 2012 by OCTS1

“A non-partisan study found that, by 2017, individual premiums in Ohio will increase by as much as 85 percent. In addition, Obamacare will deeply cut Medicare Advantage for more than 700,000 Ohio seniors enrolled in the program. And more than … Continue reading →

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What the IRS Has Planned for You

Posted on October 31, 2012 by OCTS1

“Starting in 2014, all Americans who file income tax returns must complete an additional IRS tax form.” “As a service to the public, Americans for Tax Reform has released a projected tax form to help families and tax specialists prepare … Continue reading →

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Subpoenas Threatened Over Propaganda Funding

Posted on October 31, 2012 by OCTS1

“As the Obama administration spends tens of millions in taxpayer money on unconstitutional “public relations” contracts promoting its “ObamaCare” takeover of U.S. health care, lawmakers have been unsuccessfully demanding answers for months. If documents are not handed over soon, however, … Continue reading →

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UnAffordable Care Act – Sticker Shock Stuns Students (Updated 10/30/12)

Posted on October 30, 2012 by OCTS1

by Obamacare Truth Squad Students across the country are cringing as the new medical insurance law’s mandates eliminate the affordable policies they previously enjoyed, imposing a new financial burden. “If you think health care is expensive now, wait until you … Continue reading →

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Hospitals Serving the Poor More Likely to Suffer Readmission Penalties

Posted on October 30, 2012 by OCTS1

“As of Monday, [Oct 1, 2012] Medicare will start fining hospitals that have too many patients readmitted within 30 days of discharge due to complications.” “About two-thirds of the hospitals serving Medicare patients, or some 2,200 facilities, will be hit … Continue reading →

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Employees Hit with High Deductibles

Posted on October 30, 2012 by OCTS1

“Over the next 18 months, between one quarter and one half of Americans who get insurance coverage through their employers will pay more of their doctor bills themselves as companies roll out healthcare plans with higher deductibles, benefits consultants say. … Continue reading →

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Employer Mandate Threatens Personal Care Homes

Posted on October 30, 2012 by OCTS1

A previous story on this site showed how Obamacare’s employer mandate is a punch in the nose to minorities. Add personal care residents to the list of vulnerable populations adversely affected by this disastrous law. Such residents have physical or … Continue reading →

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UnAffordable Care Act – Sticker Shock Stuns Students

Posted on October 26, 2012 by OCTS1

by Obamacare Truth Squad Students across the country are cringing as the new medical insurance law’s mandates eliminate the affordable policies they previously enjoyed, imposing a new financial burden. “If you think health care is expensive now, wait until you … Continue reading →

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Seniors To Be Turned Away from Hospitals

Posted on October 25, 2012 by OCTS1

Here’s a powerful report from the front lines of medicine that shows what it means to chop $716 billion out of Medicare, as well as the inhumane, nightmarish vision behind the President’s new healthcare law. Obamacare’s War on Seniors is … Continue reading →

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