In February 2010, Congress passed legislation to support universal health care for all Americans
At a local health fair, an individual asks about the difference between universal health care and a single payer system. The nurse explains the difference is that:
a. with universal health, one universal payer, usually the government, pays all expenses for health care.
b. single-payer systems offer health care only to eligible persons based on income.
c. single-payer systems rely on insurance companies to pay predetermined fees for services.
d. with universal health, one payer is responsible for all health care costs, providing health care to all citizens.
ANS: D
Correct: Universal health has one payer (usually the government) and provides health care for all citizens.
Incorrect:
a. Universal health can have multiple payers.
b. Coverage is not based on income; rather, all citizens are eligible.
c. Insurance companies do not pay costs; rather one payer (usually the government) is financially responsible.
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