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What Does Obama's Reversal on Health Insurance Rules Mean for Californians?

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President Obama announced on Thursday that millions of Americans who face cancellations of their existing health plans under the Affordable Care Act can now keep that coverage for another year. We examine what the rule changes may mean for California consumers, and take stock of the state’s rollout of Obamacare.

Guests:

Patrick Johnston, president and CEO of the California Association of Health Plans

Dana Howard, media and public affairs spokesperson with Covered California

Lisa Aliferis, health editor for KQED News

Anthony Wright, executive director, Health Access California

Micah Weinberg, senior policy advisor, Bay Area Council

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