Annual Features

The Annual Features section of the 2009 State of the States highlights emerging issues in state health policy.  It includes articles on Section 125 plans [1], provider taxes [2], developments in State Children's Health Insurance Programs [3] (SCHIP), as well as an overview of SCI's Coverage Institute [4].  Two additional articles look at themes and trends related to small group market reforms [5]and efforts to contain costs and improve quality [6] at the state level.

• Continue reading on: Cost Containment and Quality Improvement Strategies
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• Other Sections in Surveying the Landscape: 

Cost Containment and Quality Improvement Strategies [7],  Small Group Market Reform Strategies [8], SCHIP Moves Forward in the Face of Uncertainty [3],  Provider Taxes: Worth a Second Look [2],  Coverage Institute Offers In-Depth Technical Assistance to States [4],  Looking Forward [9]