Welcome
Health Access is the leading voice for health care consumers in California.
Founded in 1987, Health Access is the statewide health care consumer advocacy coalition advocating for quality, affordable health care for all Californians. Our Agenda in 2012 and beyond includes:
- Expanding Coverage: Implementing and improving upon health reform.
- Fighting for a Fair Budget for the Future: Protecting public investments to preserve access to care.
- Protecting Consumers: Ensuring consumer representation and protection.
- Encouraging Prevention: Promoting a healthier California.
HEALTH CARE REFORM:
PUTTING ALL THE INGREDIENTS TOGETHER - A Recipe for Getting Ready for Health Reform, Based on Results from a Consumer Assistance Assessment Survey of California State Health Agencies - A Health Access Foundation report. (May 2012)
THE AFFORDABLE CARE ACT IN CALIFORNIA: After Two Years - Big Benefits, More Work to Do - This 2012 report marks the second anniversary of the federal health reform law, and highlights the work that has been done in California, the benefits that Californians are already enjoying, and the outstanding issues that need to be addressed. (March 20, 2012)
Implementing & Improving Health Reform: 2012 Legislation - A list of key health bills focused on the subject of implementing and/or improving upon the Affordable Care Act in California. (March 2012)
The Federal Health Law and California: What's New, What's Next, and What Do We Need To Do? - A PowerPoint presentation that explains the content of federal health care reform, how it affects California, and next steps in the implementation process. (Updated - October 2011)
Low-Income Health Programs - Find out more about newly available federal funds that can help California counties provide health coverage to up to 500,000 low-income Californians.
STATE BUDGET:
Governor's 2012-13 Proposed Budget Includes Harmful Cuts to Health Care - A fact sheet outlining proposed cuts to Health and Human Services included in the Governor's 2012-13 budget proposal. (January 30, 2012)
