On the recordMarch 28, 2012
If you have guaranteed issue, that is preexisting conditions are out of the way, you must have universal coverage.
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congress.govIf you have guaranteed issue, that is preexisting conditions are out of the way, you must have universal coverage.
McDermott emphasizes the need for universal coverage alongside guaranteed issue to control costs.
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