Universal health care: will people finally get it?
The only good thing that can come out of this COVID-19 situation is that people will understand the importance of universal health care here in the US.
Scenario 1: I get laid off, I lose insurance for me and my family, I have to figure out how to find a new coverage, maybe COBRA, pay for it out of my pocket, and eventually try finding a new job. Ah, in case I get the virus and I’ll need to be hospitalized good luck paying the bill...
Scenario 2: I get laid off, I can focus on finding a new job without extra expenses. I get the virus, I go to the hospital and get treated, no bills.
This seems a no brainer to me. Am I missing something?
Scenario 1: I get laid off, I lose insurance for me and my family, I have to figure out how to find a new coverage, maybe COBRA, pay for it out of my pocket, and eventually try finding a new job. Ah, in case I get the virus and I’ll need to be hospitalized good luck paying the bill...
Scenario 2: I get laid off, I can focus on finding a new job without extra expenses. I get the virus, I go to the hospital and get treated, no bills.
This seems a no brainer to me. Am I missing something?
Disclaimer: European living in the US