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1. Does the legislation expand the role of government into the practice of medicine with respect to implementing payment changes, determining quality and dictating standards of care?

2. Why or why not?

3. Support your position based on research.

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This Legislation expands the role of government into the practice of medicine with respect to implementing payment changes in a number ways. One of the most significant ways that the legislation expands the role of government in respect to implementing payment changes in medication etc., is an increased number of taxes that are paid by certain organizations, as well as insurance providers in some cases. There was a significant increase in the tax base of the Medicare system, for those individuals that make over $200,000, which increases their payment and or contribution to the overall health care legislation plan that is in direct proportion to their income and tax status. Another stipulation of this legislation is that health ...

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