The American Health System is run by corporations
not doctors
An estimated 900+ health insurance companies, alongside thousands of hospital systems, pharmacy benefit managers, pharmaceutical companies, and private equity-backed medical groups, make the decisions that determine who gets care, what it costs, and whether a claim gets approved or denied—a web of corporations frustrating doctors and profiting from Americans suffering.
Visit the Kaiser Family Foundation's Bill of the Month archives to read or listen to real stories of harm that Americans' experience with our health system.
UNEQUAL
ACCESS
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The difference in the quality of healthcare between the wealthy and the underprivileged is stark.
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The rich enjoy excellent care; individuals and families struggling economically lack essential health services.
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At least seven West Virginia hospitals are at risk of closing
HEALTH
OUTCOMES
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The U.S. ranks last overall against wealthy nations; our people die earlier and live the sickest lives despite spending the most on healthcare.
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Hospital closures and a shortage of medical professionals—both doctors and nurses—are adding this crisis.
HIGH
COST
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Recent changes, including the removal of ACA subsidies have led to increased premiums.
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Companies are dropping health insurance benefits, or increasing employee contributions; As a consequence, many are dropping coverage entirely, leaving them without a safety net in times of health crises.