Having that high-deductible health plan might kill you, literally
Summary
Ars Technica reports on a JAMA Network Open study showing higher out-of-pocket costs from high-deductible health plans (HDHPs) are associated with worse survival for cancer patients. The piece notes ACA tax credits expiration is driving enrollment in high-deductible bronze plans and calls for policy solutions to reduce costs and avoid disincentives for essential care. It emphasizes data-driven health policymaking and patient education.