Politics and the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
Regardless of political affiliation, individuals often grow concerned when considering perceived competing interests of government and their impact on topics of interest to them. The realm of healthcare is no different. Some people feel that local, state, and federal policies and legislation can be either helped or hindered by interests other than the benefit to society.
Consider for example that the number one job of a legislator is to be reelected. Cost can be measured in votes as well as dollars. Thus, it is important to consider the legislator’s perspective on either promoting or not promoting a certain initiative in the political landscape.
Resources
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To Prepare:
- Review the Resources and reflect on efforts to repeal/replace the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
- Consider who benefits the most when policy is developed and in the context of policy implementation
- Politics and the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
By Day 3 of Week 3
Post an explanation for how you think the cost-benefit analysis in terms of legislators being reelected affected efforts to repeal/replace the ACA. Then, explain how analyses of the voters views may affect decisions by legislative leaders in recommending or positioning national policies (e.g., Congress’ decisions impacting Medicare or Medicaid). Remember, the number one job of a legislator is to be re-elected. Please check your discussion grading rubric to ensure your responses meet the criteria.
By Day 6 of Week 3
Respond to at least two of your colleagues* on two different days by expanding on their explanation and providing an example that supports their explanation or respectfully challenging their explanation and providing an example.
Solution
Cost Analysis Benefit of the Affordable Care Act
The function of a cost-benefit analysis is to identify improvements that can be made to current programs or assess potential new programs. This is done by estimating the expected costs of implementing a project and comparing the costs to the project’s benefits over a long period. (USAID, n.d.). The Affordable Care Act was created in 2010 by President Obama. The aim of the ACA is to provide quality health coverage to all Americans at a low cost (Department of Health and Human Services, 2022). The accessibility and affordability of this act became popular with many Democrats and is less favored by Republicans. Implementing a cost-benefit analysis plays a major role in a legislative gaining voters’ support and being reelected. Legislators must weigh the risks and benefits of repelling The Affordable Care Act versus keeping it…………..Kindly click the purchase icon below to access full solution at $5