State Supported Living Centers, previously known as State Schools, have become an increasingly ineffective and inefficient means of delivery of care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This paper examines the problems occurring at these living centers and makes recommendations for improving care while reducing costs.
Health Care
Pain Has a Price: The Hidden Costs of Insurer-Controlled Care
“You can’t come in for your steroid injections without scheduling an extra appointment because your insurance isn’t paying us enough.” That’s what I was told at my most recent visit to an orthopedic surgeon I’ve seen for years. I expected relief from my pain, not a surprise medical bill—or as I learned later, “cost-shifting.” My...
July 21, 2025