I agree that it's nice to have a rational discussion. I generally immediately delete these types of emails because what irratates me more than anything is scare tactics. That's all that email is. Bravo to you for actually checking FACTS! I'm still sorting thru the information myself. I do think our system currently stinks. I also thing there is no perfect solution but things could certainly be improved. I was paying nearly $500 a month to be on Cobra when I lost my job a while back. THAT didn't last long. To justify $500 I'd have to move into the hospital! I think insurance companies and some doctors have been riding the gravy train too long and that they need to be held accountable.
Claudia