According to the results of this survey, the public wants to have it both ways:
Nine in 10 respondents said health-care costs are too high. But eight in 10 called it very or extremely important that patients should have “freedom of choice” to pick insurers, hospitals and doctors. Some 72% said no one should be denied coverage for pre-existing conditions, and 70% think care should be based on patients’ preferences and needs.
It is impossible to cut costs and not deny care. Unfortunately, the majority of Americans believe otherwise. Which is why true health care reform is a fantasy.
