Healthcare

Congressman David Scott to Host Tenth Annual Health Fair - August 16

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Today Congressman David Scott proudly announced that he will host his 10th Annual Health Fair on Saturday, August 16, 2014 at Mundy’s Mill High School.  This event will feature free health screenings and information provided by the region’s leading healthcare providers and organizations. Free health screenings include: Prostate cancer PSA; Clinical breast cancer…

New Affordable Health Insurance Options Begin Today for Georgians

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Congressman David Scott announced that, beginning today, thousands of Georgians will have access to affordable, quality health insurance as new online Health Insurance Marketplaces open. “Starting today, my constituents can purchase affordable, quality health insurance through the new online Marketplace,” Rep. Scott said. “It’s your health choices, made simple. This new online…

Georgia Health Insurance Marketplace - Lower than Expected Premiums

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A new report released by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) finds that in Georgia, consumers will see increased competition in the Health Insurance Marketplace, leading to new and affordable choices for consumers. According to the report, Georgians will be able to choose from an average of 50 health plans in the Marketplace. Premiums nationwide will also be around 16…

Mental Health Coverage and the Affordable Care Act

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According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, adults with mental illness lack coverage at significantly higher rates than those without mental illness. In addition, about a quarter of young adults between the ages of 19-25 are uninsured during the years that many will experience their first mental health condition. Plans in the health insurance Marketplace include mental…

New Health Insurance Marketplaces Coming Soon

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Congressman David Scott announced that less than 10 days remain until the start of enrollment for the new Health Insurance Marketplaces on October 1, 2013. A new consumer-focused www.HealthCare.gov website and a 24-hours-a-day toll-free call center have been launched to help Georgians looking for health coverage prepare for open enrollment and sign up for private health insurance. …

Thousands attend annual congressional health fair

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Thousands attend annual congressional health fair By Curt Yeomans - Clayton News Daily Roselyn McLaren had never been to one of Congressman David Scott’s health fairs before, but she was glad she came to the one held Saturday. McLaren, of Jonesboro, waited in a long line to have her blood glucose levels checked by representatives of Southern Regional Medical Center. The tests…

Small Business Health Insurance Plans

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The Small Business Health Options Program (SHOP) is a new program that simplifies the process of buying health insurance for small businesses. The SHOP program enrollment launches on October 1 to give small businesses new ways to provide health coverage to their employees. To learn about how SHOP can work for your small business, visit:…

Congressman David Scott to Host Ninth Annual Health Fair

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Today Congressman David Scott announced his upcoming 9th Annual 13th Congressional District Health Fair on Saturday, August 17, 2013.  This event will feature vital health screenings and information provided at no cost and by the region’s leading healthcare providers and organizations.  Free health screenings include: Prostate cancer PSA screenings; Clinical…

Reps. Bucshon (R-IN) Scott (D-GA) introduce the Truth in Healthcare Marketing Act

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Representatives Larry Bucshon (R-IN) and David Scott (D-GA) introduced H.R. 1427, the “Truth in Healthcare Marketing Act,” a bipartisan bill to protect healthcare consumers. H.R. 1427 provides more information to consumers so they are able to make wise and informed decisions about their personal healthcare needs. This legislation would make it unlawful for any healthcare professional…

Congressman David Scott to Host Free Health Fair

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Today Congressman David Scott announced that he will host the Eighth Annual 13th Congressional District Health Fair on Saturday, August 18, 2012 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  This event will feature FREE health screenings and take place at Mundy’s Mill High School in Jonesboro.   To watch a video of Congressman Scott inviting the public to attend, visit…