Unhealthy habits are what’s killing us

Unhealthy habits are what’s killing us

Dec 29th, 2009 | by Bobby Jones
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Health care reform is proceeding toward the president’s desk, likely to become law in the new year. Supporters promise the bill will cut costs and extend coverage. But here’s the real test: What will the trillion-dollar expense of this bill actually buy? Will it improve America’s health? My guess: No. For all the money Americans spend on health care (60 percent more per person than any other advanced country), Americans are not an especially healthy people.

Unhealthy habits are what’s killing us

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Author : Bobby Jones

Chief Operating Officer, CareSource More than 30 years experience in both Medicaid and Medicare; Strong proponent for public sector health care at both the state and federal levels; Proven track record for driving operational efficiencies with an extensive executive leadership background in health plan operations for national managed care organizations; Holds a bachelor's degree in Finance and Business Economics from Wayne State University and a master's degree in Public Administration from Eastern Michigan University.