Stakeholder Conference on Exchanges Video
On August 30, 2010, HHS hosted one-day conference on issues regarding implementation of the Exchanges. Stakeholders discussed several aspects of Exchange implementation, from the needs of consumers and employers to general operations, including eligibility and enrollment of participants, plan qualifications and the role of the Exchanges in promoting delivery system reform. Senior Administration officials from HHS, Treasury, Labor and OPM were in attendance to listen to stakeholder feedback.
Opening RemarksWelcome: Secretary Kathleen Sebelius, Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Remarks made by:
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Panel 1: Meeting Consumer NeedsHow can health insurance Exchanges educate and reach out to consumers, particularly populations with special needs like children and those without previous contact with government health programs? Panelists:
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Panel 2: Small EmployersHow can Small Business Health Options Programs (SHOPs) help small businesses band together to get a better deal on health care for their employees? Panelists:
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Panel 3: Qualified Plans & DesignHow will plans participate in the new Exchanges? What do qualified plans look like? How will bidding and rating work? How will Exchanges avoid adverse selection? Panelists:
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Panel 4: Operation of ExchangesHow should Exchanges be governed? Should they be non-profits or state agencies? What minimum standards should they meet? How should an Exchange in non-electing States work? Panelists:
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Panel 5: Promoting Quality Improvement and AffordabilityHow can Exchanges create incentives to improve the quality of health care for all Americans? Panelists:
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Panel 6: Enrollment and EligibilityHow can Exchanges streamline and improve enrollment into private insurance and connect Americans to tax credits and Medicaid? Panelists:
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