Will Health Reform Assure Quality?

At the urging of the White House, both houses of Congress are trying to push through health reform in the coming weeks. House legislation would establish a health care exchange where consumers can select from a menu of more affordable health care options, including a new public health insurance plan or a plan offered by private insurers. Proponents say this new system will reduce costs, create competition that leads to better care, and keep private insurers honest. But will the reforms being proposed result in higher quality health care?

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