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You could also expand the VA program, a healthcare coverage system serviced by the government for veterans of the military. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Veter

• sgerenser 6y ago
  I have no personal experience with the VA, but unlike Medicare which seems to be almost universally liked by seniors, I’ve heard almost nothing but complaints from military members about the VA. If I were going to attempt universal health care, seems better to start by expanding the program that has the most goodwill.
  • toast0 6y ago
    I've heard good things about VA health care, when people are able to get care. But there's a lot of waiting to get care, and sometimes a lot of fighting [1] to show eligibility in addition to all the waiting. Psychiatric care is reportedly much more problematic, as well. I agree, it wouldn't be the one to expand, because of lack of goodwill, and lack of capacity for more patients. [1] One of my relatives has symptoms associated with Agent Orange exposure, but had a lot of trouble getting the VA to cover it until recently, because (as I understand) his service records didn't show that he was in an area with exposure. Some recent laws passed changed the criteria that granted eligibility, and he's been happy with the care he's received since.