Discussion

For each policy (Affordable Care Act, Medicare, Medicaid, and CHIP), briefly:

• Explain how the policy is addressed at the federal, state, and local level.
• What programs were developed from this policy?
• Reflect on how the policy affects or may affect your community, geographic area, or potential clients.

Then, address this unique prompt for this week’s Quick Guide:

• Describe one strategy you would employ to help a client better understand one of the healthcare policies.