Parker: Investment helps healthcare crisis
This legislative session was a wake-up call for
Since 2018, health insurance premiums have increased by 10 to 15% annually, and
Addressing these challenges will require greater investment across the healthcare system, which can be provided by responsible private capital. Private investment in healthcare facilities and services can help expand access to care, modernize infrastructure, support new technologies, and improve patient access in underserved communities.
At the same time, oversight and accountability remain essential. In some cases, the actions of a few bad actors have led to financial distress or bankruptcy among healthcare entities, leaving patients without reliable access to critical care. That is why private investment must be paired with appropriate guardrails to ensure patients remain the top priority, and a bill circulating through the
We are already seeing this play out with American Family Care, a private equity-backed urgent care network that has expanded access to convenient, lower-cost, healthcare services across the country, including in parts of
The reality is
Patients deserve a healthcare system that is both affordable and accessible. Responsible private investment is helping achieve that goal by modernizing healthcare facilities and supporting essential healthcare workers, ensuring Vermonters can continue to access convenient, quality care. H.583 represented an important opportunity for
With the right guardrails in place, responsible investors can play an important role in building a stronger and more sustainable healthcare network for the future.


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