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Health care costs across the nation, and especially in Alaska, are skyrocketing. Due to the state’s vastness and small population, healthcare facilities are concentrated in the state’s high-population areas, limiting access for thoseRead More
In recent months, seemingly dramatic headlines like “Thousands of Alaskans on Medicaid could lose coverage in the coming months” have popped up, frightening many into thinking that vulnerable populations such as children willRead More
Testimony: Repeal Certificate of Need (CON) Programs Naomi Lopez, Vice President of Healthcare Policy at Goldwater Institute, submitted written testimony to the Senate Health & Social Services Committee about repealing Certificate of NeedRead More
Better Health Care, Fewer Headaches with Direct Primary Care By Adam Habig “So doctor, why did you decide to go into health care?” “Oh, I don’t care for the health part. I justRead More
Imagine Alaskans’ having better access to affordable, individualized health care. Costs can go down, even as more Alaskans increase their access to the providers they need. This future will require multiple changes inRead More
Click here to access the PDF version of the policy brief. Policy Brief: Whose “Needs” Do Certificate of Need Laws Serve? Introduction Alaska is one of 35 states still subject to health care certificateRead More