state, so contacting your state officials may be best. If you want to push for national legislation, encourage your congressman to pass a federal law overseeing managed care. At the very least, write a letter to keep elected officials informed about the problems patients face with the current system. The concerns expressed by you and other consumers may lead to a better healthcare system for everyone.
More managed care resources
Your Guide to Managed Health Care
(health.phillynews.com/healthpages/AR-MANAG.asp)
How to Fight Your HMO
(www.bright.net/~ewp/fight_your_hmo.html)
Get more information from Physicians Who Care at
www.pwc.org
Consumer Federation of America, Insurance Group;
202-547-6426
National Health Information Center; 800-336-4797
Health Insurance Association of America offers a free booklet, Choosing and Using a Health Plan. Send a SASE to 555 13th St. NW, Suite 600 E, Washington, DC 20004
