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Michael Roth: “No; the choice is not limited to that. Under the option, the States must provide benefits that are the equivalent of a…”

On the recordJune 25, 1997
No; the choice is not limited to that. Under the option, the States must provide benefits that are the equivalent of a Blue Cross standard plan. But I emphasize the word ``equivalent,'' because it means considerable flexibility. I should point out, it also includes vision and hearing services.
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Michael Roth

Editor's note · Context

Discussing state benefits under a healthcare option.

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