Medicare for All: A Citizen's Guide by Abdul El-Sayed (English) Hardcover Book

Description: Medicare for All by Abdul El-Sayed, Micah Johnson, Bernie Sanders, Pramila Jayapal A citizens guide to Americas most debated policy-in-waitingThere are few issues as consequential in the lives of Americans as healthcare--and few issues more politically vexing. Every single American will interact with the healthcare system at some point in their lives, and most people will find that interaction less than satisfactory. And yet for every dollar spent in our economy, 18 cents go to healthcare. What are wepaying for, exactly? Healthcare policy is notoriously complex, but what Americans want is simple: good healthcare thats easy to use and doesnt break the bank. Polls show that a majority of Americanswant the government to provide universal health coverage to all Americans. Whats less clear is how to get there. Medicare for All is the leading proposal to achieve universal health coverage in America. But what is it exactly? How would it work? More importantly, is it practical or practicable? This book goes beyond partisan talking points to offer a serious examination of how Medicare for All would transform the way wegive, receive, and pay for healthcare in America. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Abdul El-Sayed, MD, DPhil, is a physician, epidemiologist, public health expert, and progressive activist. He rebuilt Detroits Health Department after the Citys bankruptcy as the youngest big-city health commissioner in a major US city. He ran for Governor of Michigan in 2018 on a state-level single-payer platform in a bid endorsed by Senator Bernie Sanders, Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, The Nation, and Current Affairs. He holds adoctorate in Public Health from University of Oxford where he was a Rhodes Scholar, and a medical degree from Columbia University.Micah Johnson, MD, is a physician and a health care researcher, writer, and policy advisor. He served as a health policy fellow in the U.S. House of Representatives and has advised presidential campaigns on health care reform. He holds a degree in philosophy, politics, and economics from the University of Oxford where he was a Rhodes Scholar, and he received his MD from Harvard Medical School. He is currently a resident physician in internal medicine at Brigham and WomensHospital in Boston, Massachusetts. Table of Contents Part I: Healthcare in America1. Diagnosis2. How We Got Here: A History of Health Reform in AmericaPart II: Policy3. Medicare for All: The Fundamentals4. Designing a Medicare for All Program5. How to Pay for It6. Medicare for All vs. AlternativesPART III: Politics7. We the People8. For and Against9. Stakeholders in Flux10. Organizing vs. Advertising11. Parting Thoughts Review "Medicare for All: A Citizens Guide is part moving narrative, part detailed policy analysis, and part practical organizing playbook.... I am grateful to Drs. El-Sayed and Johnson for speaking truth to power in this fierce book." -- Pramila Jayapal, US Representative, WA-07"In this book, Drs. Abdul El-Sayed and Micah Johnson discuss Medicare for All in clear and simple terms. They describe the reasons why the industry has opposed the policy even though it would help millions of Americans, and how everyday Americans are beginning to make Medicare for All possible." -- Bernie Sanders, US Senator, VT"If the American healthcare system were a patient, it would be in critical condition. Fortunately for us, Drs. El-Sayed and Johnson don their white coats to discuss the diagnosis, prognosis, and therapeutic options in plain English. This incisive handbook is a must-read for anyone trying to make sense of one of the most pressing issues of our time." --Danielle Ofri, MD, PhD, Clinical Professor of Medicine and Author of When We Do Harm: ADoctor Confronts Medical Error"Drs. El-Sayed and Johnson have written a lucid and accessible account of why Medicare for All is the best path for universal healthcare access in the US. Stripping the arguments for or against of sham ideological content, they make clear that the main question is whether we believe that no one should have to face both illness and financial ruin. If you agree, read this book to make the case!" -- Mary Bassett, MD, MPH, Director of the FXBCenter at Harvard Chan School of Public Health and Former Health Commissioner, New York City"During a period when global pandemic has exposed the deadly mistake of linking healthcare to our workplace, Medicare for All: A Citizens Guide is the sweeping, clear-eyed manual for making healthcare a right that weve been waiting for." -- Benjamin Day, Executive Director, Healthcare-NOW"Nurses have long understood that the major obstacle to passing Medicare for All isnt the policy, but the will to take on those who benefit from our immoral, profit-driven health care system. In this book, Abdul El-Sayed and Micah Johnson brilliantly demonstrate how Medicare for All works, and how a combination of messaging and grassroots advocacy can overcome our opposition. A must read."-- Bonnie Castillo, RN, Executive Director, National Nurses United"In this timely book, Drs. El-Sayed and Johnson shine a light on the people left behind by our current health care system. Regardless of your politics, their thought-provoking writing will push you to think more deeply and critically about the future of healthcare in America."-- Vivek H. Murthy, MD, MBA 19th Surgeon General of the United States"This book is a labor of love for the American people and the healthcare system they deserve. Drs. El-Sayed and Johnson demystify Medicare for All and defang the political talking points to offer a clear distillation of the potential of this policy, while guiding the reader through the challenges and opportunities of this moment for achieving it."-- Ro Khanna, US Representative, CA-17"An essential primer on why we need Medicare for All, the essentials of reform, and pitfalls to avoid in crafting legislation."-- Steffie Woolhandler, MD, MPH, Distinguished Professor of Public Health, City University of New York and Co-founder of Physicians for a National Health Program"The coronavirus pandemic has revealed just how unsustainable our fragmentary, privatized, and fundamentally individualistic health care system truly is. This engaging and accessible guide couldnt have come at a better time."-- Lindsay F. Wiley, JD, MPH, Professor of Law and Director of the Health Law and Policy Program, American University Washington College of Law"In this important and timely book, El-Sayed and Johnson document everything you need to know about Medicare for All. This Citizens Guide both demystifies and humanizes our broken health care system and explains why we must fight to transform it now."-- Ady Barkan, Organizer, Center for Popular Democracy and Co-Founder, Be A Hero PAC"This is by far the finest extended analysis I have seen to date of the next wave of public policy options for health care reform. It is breathtakingly comprehensive, thoroughly supported with research citations, lucidly written, and logical. It amounts to a major contribution to the US healthcare reform debate."-- Donald M. Berwick, MD, Former Administrator, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services"The growing debate over Medicare for All has mostly occurred at the level of soundbites and slogans, not specifics. In this essential Citizens Guide, we get the specifics: the provisions, promise, potential pitfalls of-and, yes, political prospects for-this bold vision for affordable quality care for all. Whether you support Medicare for All or just want to truly understand it, you must read this book."-- Jacob S. Hacker, Stanley B. Resor Professor of Political Science, Yale University and author of The Great Risk Shift: The New Economic Insecurity and the Decline of the American Dream"The writing is passionately strong and candid, featuring a sense of balance and connect-the-dots scrutiny that conveys a well-rounded appreciation of the subject matter." --Kirkus Reviews"The debate about US health care is raging, with a single-payer system growing in popularity as an option, and Medicare for All is a valuable resource for understanding those important discussions." --Foreword Reviews"Medicare for All is a book that should be thrust into the hands of every U.S. legislator, every doctor and nurse, every voter generally. El-Sayed and Johnson bring much-needed clarity and rigor to the discussion about Medicare for All. Their book should be the starting point for every future discussion about the plan." --Current Affairs"This practical account offers a straightforward rundown of suggestions and solutions for anyone wishing to learn more about public policy in the Unites States and why Medicare for All is such an important topic. It will especially peak the interest of anyone drawn to policy reform."--Rachel M. Minkin, Library Journal Long Description A citizens guide to Americas most debated policy-in-waitingThere are few issues as consequential in the lives of Americans as health care--and few issues more politically vexing. Every single American will interact with the health care system at some point in their lives, and most people will find that interaction less than satisfactory. And yet for every dollar spent in our economy, 19 cents go to health care. What are we paying for, exactly? Health care policy is notoriously complex, but what Americans want is quite simple: good health care thats easy to use and doesnt break the bank. Polls show that as many as 70 percent of Americans want the government to provide universal health coverage to all Americans. Whats less clear is how to get there. Medicare for All is the leading proposal to achieve to universal health coverage in America. But what is it exactly? How would it work? More importantly, is it practical or practicable? This book goes beyond partisan talking points to offer a serious examination of how Medicare for All would transform the way we give, receive, and pay for healthcare in America. Review Text "Medicare for All: A Citizens Guide is part moving narrative, part detailed policy analysis, and part practical organizing playbook.... I am grateful to Drs. El-Sayed and Johnson for speaking truth to power in this fierce book." -- Pramila Jayapal, US Representative, WA-07"In this book, Drs. Abdul El-Sayed and Micah Johnson discuss Medicare for All in clear and simple terms. They describe the reasons why the industry has opposed the policy even though it would help millions of Americans, and how everyday Americans are beginning to make Medicare for All possible." -- Bernie Sanders, US Senator, VT"If the American healthcare system were a patient, it would be in critical condition. Fortunately for us, Drs. El-Sayed and Johnson don their white coats to discuss the diagnosis, prognosis, and therapeutic options in plain English. This incisive handbook is a must-read for anyone trying to make sense of one of the most pressing issues of our time." --Danielle Ofri, MD, PhD, Clinical Professor of Medicine and Author of When We Do Harm: ADoctor Confronts Medical Error"Drs. El-Sayed and Johnson have written a lucid and accessible account of why Medicare for All is the best path for universal healthcare access in the US. Stripping the arguments for or against of sham ideological content, they make clear that the main question is whether we believe that no one should have to face both illness and financial ruin. If you agree, read this book to make the case!" -- Mary Bassett, MD, MPH, Director of the FXBCenter at Harvard Chan School of Public Health and Former Health Commissioner, New York City"During a period when global pandemic has exposed the deadly mistake of linking healthcare to our workplace, Medicare for All: A Citizens Guide is the sweeping, clear-eyed manual for making healthcare a right that weve been waiting for." -- Benjamin Day, Executive Director, Healthcare-NOW"Nurses have long understood that the major obstacle to passing Medicare for All isnt the policy, but the will to take on those who benefit from our immoral, profit-driven health care system. In this book, Abdul El-Sayed and Micah Johnson brilliantly demonstrate how Medicare for All works, and how a combination of messaging and grassroots advocacy can overcome our opposition. A must read." -- Bonnie Castillo, RN, Executive Director, National Nurses United"In this timely book, Drs. El-Sayed and Johnson shine a light on the people left behind by our current health care system. Regardless of your politics, their thought-provoking writing will push you to think more deeply and critically about the future of healthcare in America." -- Vivek H. Murthy, MD, MBA 19th Surgeon General of the United States"This book is a labor of love for the American people and the healthcare system they deserve. Drs. El-Sayed and Johnson demystify Medicare for All and defang the political talking points to offer a clear distillation of the potential of this policy, while guiding the reader through the challenges and opportunities of this moment for achieving it." -- Ro Khanna, US Representative, CA-17"An essential primer on why we need Medicare for All, the essentials of reform, and pitfalls to avoid in crafting legislation." -- Steffie Woolhandler, MD, MPH, Distinguished Professor of Public Health, City University of New York and Co-founder of Physicians for a National Health Program"The coronavirus pandemic has revealed just how unsustainable our fragmentary, privatized, and fundamentally individualistic health care system truly is. This engaging and accessible guide couldnt have come at a better time." -- Lindsay F. Wiley, JD, MPH, Professor of Law and Director of the Health Law and Policy Program, American University Washington College of Law"In this important and timely book, El-Sayed and Johnson document everything you need to know about Medicare for All. This Citizens Guide both demystifies and humanizes our broken health care system and explains why we must fight to transform it now." -- Ady Barkan, Organizer, Center for Popular Democracy and Co-Founder, Be A Hero PAC"This is by far the finest extended analysis I have seen to date of the next wave of public policy options for health care reform. It is breathtakingly comprehensive, thoroughly supported with research citations, lucidly written, and logical. It amounts to a major contribution to the US healthcare reform debate." -- Donald M. Berwick, MD, Former Administrator, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services"The growing debate over Medicare for All has mostly occurred at the level of soundbites and slogans, not specifics. In this essential Citizens Guide, we get the specifics: the provisions, promise, potential pitfalls of-and, yes, political prospects for-this bold vision for affordable quality care for all. Whether you support Medicare for All or just want to truly understand it, you must read this book." -- Jacob S. Hacker, Stanley B. Resor Professor of Political Science, Yale University and author of The Great Risk Shift: The New Economic Insecurity and the Decline of the American Dream"The writing is passionately strong and candid, featuring a sense of balance and connect-the-dots scrutiny that conveys a well-rounded appreciation of the subject matter." --Kirkus Reviews"The debate about US health care is raging, with a single-payer system growing in popularity as an option, and Medicare for All is a valuable resource for understanding those important discussions." --Foreword Reviews"Medicare for All is a book that should be thrust into the hands of every U.S. legislator, every doctor and nurse, every voter generally. El-Sayed and Johnson bring much-needed clarity and rigor to the discussion about Medicare for All. Their book should be the starting point for every future discussion about the plan." --Current Affairs"This practical account offers a straightforward rundown of suggestions and solutions for anyone wishing to learn more about public policy in the Unites States and why Medicare for All is such an important topic. It will especially peak the interest of anyone drawn to policy reform."--Rachel M. Minkin, Library Journal Review Quote "Nurses have long understood that the major obstacle to passing Medicare for All isnt the policy, but the will to take on those who benefit from our immoral, profit-driven health care system. In this book, Abdul El-Sayed and Micah Johnson brilliantly demonstrate how Medicare for All works, and how a combination of messaging and grassroots advocacy can overcome our opposition. A must read." -Bonnie Castillo, RN, Executive Director, National Nurses United "In this timely book, El-Sayed and Mr. Johnson shine a light on the people left behind by our current health care system. Regardless of your politics, their thought-provoking writing will push you to think more deeply and critically about the future of health care in America." -Vivek H. Murthy, MD, MBA 19th Surgeon General of the United States "This book is a labor of love for the American people and the healthcare system they deserve. El-Sayed and Johnson demystify Medicare for All and defang the political talking points to offer a clear distillation of the potential of this policy, while guiding the reader through the challenges and opportunities of this moment for achieving it." -Ro Khanna, Member of Congress "An essential primer on why we need Medicare for all, the essentials of reform, and pitfalls to avoid in crafting legislation." -Steffie Woolhandler, MD, MPH, Distinguished Professor of Public Health, City University of New York and Co-founder of Physicians for a National Health Program "The coronavirus pandemic has revealed just how unsustainable our fragmentary, privatized, and fundamentally individualistic health care system truly is. This engaging and accessible guide couldnt have come at a better time." -Lindsay F. Wiley, JD, MPH, Professor of Law and Director of the Health Law and Policy Program, American University Washington College of Law "In this important and timely book, El Sayed and Johnson document everything you need to know about Medicare for All. This Citizens Guide both demystifies and humanizes our broken health care system and explains why we must fight to transform it now." -Ady Barkan, Organizer, Center for Popular Democracy and Co-Founder, Be A Hero PAC "This is by far the finest extended analysis I have seen to date of the next wave of public policy options for health care reform. It is breathtakingly comprehensive, thoroughly supported with research citations, lucidly written, and logical. It amounts to a major contribution to the US healthcare reform debate." -Donald M. Berwick, MD, Former Administrator, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services "The growing debate over Medicare for All has mostly occurred at the level of soundbites and slogans, not specifics. In this essential Citizens Guide, we get the specifics: the provisions, promise, potential pitfalls of-and, yes, political prospects for-this bold vision for affordable quality care for all. Whether you support Medicare for All or just want to truly understand it, you must read this book." -Jacob S. Hacker, Stanley B. Resor Professor of Political Science, Yale University and author of The Great Risk Shift: The New Economic Insecurity and the Decline of the American Dream Feature Selling point: A short, wonk-free exploration of the prospects and perils of enacting a Medicare for All policy in the United StatesSelling point: The first book to offer realistic roadmap to policy supported by a majority of AmericansSelling point: Authors combined expertise in medicine, public health, and government make this the most clear-eyed treatise available on Americas most debated--and popular--public policy New Feature Part I: Healthcare in America 1. Diagnosis 2. How We Got Here: A History of Health Reform in America Part II: Policy 3. Medicare for All: The Fundamentals 4. Designing a Medicare for All Program 5. How to Pay for It 6. Medicare for All vs. Alternatives PART III: Politics 7. We the People 8. For and Against 9. Stakeholders in Flux 10. Organizing vs. Advertising 11. Parting Thoughts Details ISBN0190056622 Publisher Oxford University Press Inc Year 2021 ISBN-10 0190056622 ISBN-13 9780190056629 Format Hardcover Imprint Oxford University Press Inc Subtitle A Citizens Guide Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Short Title Medicare for All Language English DEWEY 368.42600973 UK Release Date 2021-04-08 Publication Date 2021-04-08 NZ Release Date 2021-04-08 US Release Date 2021-04-08 Author Pramila Jayapal Alternative 9780197678183 Audience Professional & Vocational AU Release Date 2021-02-14 Pages 368 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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