Reply #22: Bullshit and spin.

[johnaries]

I encourage everyone to read the CBO report for themselves. Although it was generously provided in the first reply, Here's the link again:

http://www.scribd.com/doc/21849473/CBO-House-Health-Care

please notice key points that directly contradict the OP's statements. such as:

Policies purchased through the exchanges (or directly from insurers) would have to meet several requirements: In particular, insurers would have to accept all applicants, could not limit coverage for preexisting medical conditions, and could not vary premiums to reflect differences in enrollees’ health. (page 4, paragraph 1)

So, then, if all applicants to be accepted and coverage could not be limited, who would be "un-insurable"?

To further put the lie to your OP, read the Public Health Insurance Option description here:
http://www.centerforpolicyanalysis.org/id57.html

Individuals in the Exchange can choose freely among the private carriers and the public option. Employers who participate in the Exchange cannot dictate employees ’ participation in a particular plan.

As for the penalties - yes, those penalties revenues come from employers who refuse to offer Health Care Benefits and individuals who think they are invulnerable and don't need insurance. A lot of whom end up in the emergency room.

It also increases funding for Community Care centers and expands eligibility for Medicaid. But you conveniently left those parts out, didn't you?