AHCCCS hired B&A to research options for expanding health insurance through private sector, public sector and public/private mechanisms. Specific policy papers were drafted related to: (1) Identifying populations already eligible for Medicaid that are not enrolled; (2) Options for implementing a premium subsidy program for low-income workers; (3) Developing a high-risk pool product; (4) Options for developing a health insurance exchange; (5) Opportunities for employees if a Section 125 mandate for employers was in place; and (6) Other cost containment strategies designed to lower premium costs.
