I got to tell ya. I am so excited about this new government insurance. And no denial for pre-existing conditions!!!
Prior to this news I had: quit smoking, started exercising 4 times per week and almost completely eliminated fast food from my diet.
But now... I can really go back to my old slothful ways. In fact, I will just stop paying for my health savings account. If anything ever happens I can just pick up some good ol' USA health insurance (because they can't deny me) and taxpayers can foot the bill. Sweet.
The current legislation, which Rep. Salazar supports, only furthers the misconception about and major problem with health insurance it is not insurance. Insurance is something you buy to protect yourself against major issues, not to pay for the routine. Do you bill your car insurance for an oil change or tune-up? Of course not!
The same should be true for health insurance. If individuals paid for routine procedures out of pocket, said procedures would be much less expensive. Why are people so afraid to ask about cost in the doctor's office? The nation that created and supported Wal-Mart will not shop around for a physical exam, it blows my mind. Inject a little consumerism into health care and prices will drop. One only need look at Lasik surgery, which has decreased in price and increased in quality over the years. Lasik is an elective, out-of-pocket procedure; people expect value for their own dollar.
That leaves insurance to do what it is supposed to do, protect against catastrophe.
I would like to echo the previous comments and add that...
This ski resort is the least appreciative of its locals of any mountain I have ever skied. From the outragous price of the season pass to the lack of associated benefits (can't even buy a guest a discounted ticket), the resort makes it pretty clear how they feel about the locals. And you think this sort of preference for tourists won't breed contempt?
Here is an idea, why don't you make us feel like we are getting a great deal, rather than ripped off? Then folks might be little more welcoming.
Council annexes Steamboat 700
11FootPole - Spectacular! You hit the nail on the head. The naysayers have nothing to lose but a facade.
October 14, 2009 at 4:36 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Conservative commentary: Let's work together
I got to tell ya. I am so excited about this new government insurance. And no denial for pre-existing conditions!!!
Prior to this news I had: quit smoking, started exercising 4 times per week and almost completely eliminated fast food from my diet.
But now... I can really go back to my old slothful ways. In fact, I will just stop paying for my health savings account. If anything ever happens I can just pick up some good ol' USA health insurance (because they can't deny me) and taxpayers can foot the bill. Sweet.
July 26, 2009 at 6:54 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
John T. Salazar: Time for health care reform
If you are under the age of 30 the only logical choice is a Health Savings Account. Wonder if the federal government will be offering those?
July 20, 2009 at 10:50 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
John T. Salazar: Time for health care reform
The current legislation, which Rep. Salazar supports, only furthers the misconception about and major problem with health insurance it is not insurance. Insurance is something you buy to protect yourself against major issues, not to pay for the routine. Do you bill your car insurance for an oil change or tune-up? Of course not!
The same should be true for health insurance. If individuals paid for routine procedures out of pocket, said procedures would be much less expensive. Why are people so afraid to ask about cost in the doctor's office? The nation that created and supported Wal-Mart will not shop around for a physical exam, it blows my mind. Inject a little consumerism into health care and prices will drop. One only need look at Lasik surgery, which has decreased in price and increased in quality over the years. Lasik is an elective, out-of-pocket procedure; people expect value for their own dollar.
That leaves insurance to do what it is supposed to do, protect against catastrophe.
July 19, 2009 at 6:54 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Our View: Talking, not hands, is the problem
We should probably make it illegal to have a conversation with the person in the passenger seat as well, eh?
April 29, 2009 at 4:34 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Local Taxpayer Tea Party is today
Ron Paul in 2012!!!
April 15, 2009 at 3:47 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Hayden School Board rejects change to school calendar
Great to see these parents so interested and invloved in education. I'm sure this high level of support continues all year long.
And those kids better be in class and ready to during the week of Thanksgiving.
April 9, 2009 at 2:24 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Ski area unveils 2009-10 season pass rates
Thank you!!
Any guesses on merchant pass prices?
April 2, 2009 at 10:48 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Ski area set to crack down
Every other resort owned by Intrawest gives passholders the ability to buy discounted day passes. That is why.
March 31, 2009 at 11:19 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Ski area set to crack down
I would like to echo the previous comments and add that...
This ski resort is the least appreciative of its locals of any mountain I have ever skied. From the outragous price of the season pass to the lack of associated benefits (can't even buy a guest a discounted ticket), the resort makes it pretty clear how they feel about the locals. And you think this sort of preference for tourists won't breed contempt?
Here is an idea, why don't you make us feel like we are getting a great deal, rather than ripped off? Then folks might be little more welcoming.
March 31, 2009 at 10:36 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )